Domaine Laroche
Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos
Les Clos is the king of Chablis Grand Crus, revealed by Domaine Laroche’s savoir-faire, has an intense minerality and exceptional fineness. The vineyard was entirely surrounded by walls in the IXth century. Les Clos is the most long lasting Grand Cru of Laroche. A great wine for great tasting occasions.
Domaine Laroche owns 1.12 hectares of the Grand Cru Les Clos (25.81 ha in total). We know from historical sources that the Monks of Saint Martin of Tours planted vines here in the 9th century. The vineyard takes its name from the fact that it was once surrounded by walls. The Clos is located just opposite the village of Chablis.
- Region
- Bourgogne
- Appellation
- Chablis
- Sub-Appellation
- Chablis Grand Cru AOP
- Varietal Composition
- Chardonnay
- Aging
- 16 months on fine lees in the historical cellars from the IXth century at Obédiencerie. After blending, 6 months in stainless steel tanks.
- Alcohol
- 12.95%
The influence of this exceptional terroir appears in the pure mineral character and the intensity of aromas. Quite restrained at first, this Grand Cru offers finesse, complexity and a superb length.
Vinous
91 Points
2023
"The 2023 Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru has a more backward nose that demands coaxing, but I feel that it never quite clicks into fifth gear. There's just a patina of oak to be subsumed here. The palate is more composed with impressive concentration. You can feel the weight of Les Clos, which is what you want. Then again, it would benefit from more complexity and sustain on the finish. Give this a couple of years in bottle."
— Neal Martin, 2025
