Louis Michel & Fils Chablis 2023

Louis Michel & Fils is legendary in the Chablis region for a commitment that some might call stubborn, but we call visionary: they haven’t used a single splinter of oak since the 1960s.

The 2023 vintage is a pristine example of why that matters. By fermenting and aging exclusively in stainless steel, the Michel family allows the Kimmeridgian limestone—that ancient, oyster-shell-flecked soil—to speak at full volume.

This is Chablis in its purest, most “unplugged” form. The 2023 shows a beautiful tension between the warmth of the growing season and the cooling, saline minerals that define the appellation. It’s snappy, electric, and incredibly honest.

This will pair with anything pulled from a shell. Fresh oysters, steamed clams, or a chilled crab salad. Its high acidity also makes it a brilliant foil for richer dishes like fried fritto misto or a creamy goat cheese.