Domaine Gilbert Picq & ses Fils

Didier Picq is one of the most well-liked growers in Chablis, and goes about making timeless, appealing Chablis raised entirely in stainless steel, guided through fermentation and élevage with a gentle, experienced hand. The wines are steely, straight, and mineral. This is understated and elegant Chablis at its best.

The estate spans 13 hectares in total, its vineyards found around the village of Chichée, and includes a high proportion of old vines. This is one of the few domaines now vinifying exclusively in stainless steel with natural yeasts. The secret to success here is time: Didier doesn’t rush things. He observes, he waits, he considers. He separated his village Vauclaire parcel for eight years in a row before bottling it separately, just to be sure it was consistently excellent and complete in any type of vintage.