Domaine de la Chapelle
Overview
Domaine de la Chapelle is owned by the Rollet family (Pascal Rollet) and is located in Solutré-Pouilly in the Pouilly-Fuissé appellation. The domaine is known for multiple old vine bottlings, including the “Clos de la Chapelle” premier cru — a tiny parcel high up at the foot of the Roche de Solutré on thin chalky topsoils over limestone — which Gilman awarded 94 points in the 2022 vintage. Also produces Mâcon Solutré Pouilly. The domaine is noted for thoughtful use of oak: the “Grand Climats” sees 50% new oak for only three months before racking, preserving freshness.
Appellations
- Pouilly-Fuissé (multiple cuvées incl. “Clos de la Chapelle” 1er Cru)
- Mâcon Solutré Pouilly
Key Wines
Pouilly-Fuissé
- “Clos de la Chapelle” 1er Cru 2022 — high up at foot of Roche de Solutré; thin chalky topsoils; 25% new oak; 94 pts; 2025–2045. “Great Pouilly-Fuissé!”
- “Vieilles Vignes” 2022 — 92+ pts; 2025–2040
- “A x -B” 2023 — 75yo vines; no new oak (1- and 2-wine casks); 14%; 92 pts; 2025–2040+. “Drinks like bottled sunshine!”
- “Grand Climats” 2023 — 30yo vines; 50% new oak for 3 months only; 92+ pts; 2025–2045
Mâcon
- Mâcon Solutré Pouilly 2023 — 13%; native yeasts; 92 pts; 2025–2035+
Saint-Véran
- “les Perriers” 2022 — 50yo vines; partially barrel-fermented; 91 pts; 2025–2040
- “Madame Noly” 2023 — vines planted 1955 and 1960; 92+ pts; 2025–2040. “First class Saint-Véran!”
Style Notes
The Rollet family makes wines across a spectrum from the generous “A x -B” and “Grand Climats” to the precise, mineral “Clos de la Chapelle.” Barrel fermentation is used selectively; the premier cru and old vine cuvées tend to see higher (but carefully managed) oak influence. The “Clos de la Chapelle” is the flagship and now has official premier cru status from the 2020 vintage.
My Tastings
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Sources
sources/articles/VFTC/VFTC March-April 2025 #116.txt(pp. 28–30, 33–34, 36–37)