Domaine Daniel Dampt et Fils Petit Chablis, Burgundy, France

Fresh citrus and saline minerality rise from a pale, luminous glass, immediately evoking the clarity and tension of classic Chardonnay grown on limestone soils. 2023 Domaine Daniel Dampt et Fils Petit Chablis reflects careful vineyard work and a generational commitment to precision, delivering a wine that balances purity, energy, and understated elegance.

Product Details:

• Winemakers & Owners: Vincent Dampt & Sébastien Dampt
  
• Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
  
• Alcohol: 12%
  
• Vineyard: Plateau vineyard with high limestone content
  
• Vine Age: Approximately 20 years
  
• Farming: Sustainable practices
• Fermentation: Stainless steel
  
• Aging: Stainless steel

Sensory Description:

Aromas of lemon zest, oyster shell, and green apple unfold alongside delicate notes of apple blossom and fresh pear. The palate is light-bodied yet precise, with a fine, taut structure driven by vibrant acidity. Subtle citrus, quince, and a touch of iodine minerality carry through to a clean, racy finish marked by bitter lemon and saline persistence, capturing both freshness and finesse.

Awards & Accolades:

• 87 Points: Burghound, "An appealingly fresh nose… with green fruit, iodine, and citrus… finishing with a refreshing, bitter lemon-inflected edge..."

Winemaker’s Background:

Domaine Daniel Dampt et Fils is a family estate with over 150 years of winemaking heritage, now led by Vincent and Sébastien Dampt. Based in Milly, the domaine manages its vineyards and production entirely in-house, combining traditional knowledge with modern precision. Their approach emphasizes stainless steel vinification to preserve purity, allowing the character of Chardonnay and the vineyard’s limestone soils to shine through with clarity and balance.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve at 8 to 10°C in a white wine glass to highlight its freshness and minerality. Ideal with oysters, shellfish, light seafood dishes, and fresh goat cheeses.