The 2022 Clément Lavallée Chablis 45 (Blanc) hails from a vintage widely regarded as very good, potentially excellent, for Chablis. Despite being a warm and dry year, the wines maintain high acidity and excellent balance, offering a delightful combination of Chablis' characteristic freshness and minerality with ripe stone and tree fruit flavours. This vintage is noted for being lighter, fresher, and more energetic than anticipated, with moderate alcohol levels around 12.5%. Winemakers like Amandine Marchive describe 2022 as "very concentrated, well-balanced, a lot of Chablis typicité, with a nice minerality" with good aging potential. The name "45 degrees" refers to the vineyard's exceptionally steep slope, where sandy and rocky soils with minimal topsoil force the Chardonnay roots deep into the limestone, contributing to its distinctive character. Clément Lavallée, a rising star in Chablis, practices biodynamic farming, producing vibrant, precise, and deeply mineral wines. Expect gentle floral tones, chalk, and citrus zest on the nose, leading to a medium-bodied palate with good depth, minerality, and a softer, rounded acidity. It offers a pleasing purity and texture, with fruit and saline notes in harmony. 【Its unique vineyard slope and biodynamic approach yield a Chablis of exceptional precision and saline minerality.】 🍴 Food Pairing: This Chablis is a versatile partner. Enjoy it chilled with classic oysters, fresh sushi, or a selection of salty cheeses. It also pairs beautifully with raw fish, grilled fish, and chicken dishes. 🥂 Event Suggestions: Perfect as an aperitif to kick off an evening, for a romantic date night, or a casual dinner with friends. The 2022 vintage is enjoyable in its youth but also possesses the structure to age gracefully for several years.