Description

Chablis 1980 – Geisweiler, Wine Merchants and Éleveurs in Nuits-Saint-Georges

This Chablis 1980 from Geisweiler, a historic merchant and élevage house based in Nuits-Saint-Georges, is a rare example of the remarkable ageing capacity of Burgundy’s great white wines. Made from Chardonnay, it has developed impressive complexity over more than four decades while retaining the distinctive mineral character of its Chablis origin.

The wine shows a bright amber-gold hue, typical of beautifully matured old vintages. The nose is rich and expressive, offering aromas of honey, almond, dried fruits, baked apple, and candied citrus, along with mature notes of beeswax, noble mushroom, and a hint of flinty minerality.

On the palate, this Chablis 1980 displays a broad, harmonious texture with surprisingly preserved vitality. Flavors of ripe fruit, dried fruit, subtle oxidative notes, and a saline minerality mingle gracefully. The finish is long, deep, and delicately aged, leaving behind elegance and aromatic persistence.

Today, this bottle stands as a rare and captivating old Chablis, beautifully patinated by time, complex, and refined — a perfect choice for lovers of mature, characterful white Burgundy.

Caractéristiques

Castle / Estate / House	Maison Geisweiler
Designation	Chablis
Capacity (cl)	75
Color	White
Vintage (year)	1980
Référence	DD4