Domaine Jean-Paul & Benoit Droin

Domaine Jean-Paul & Benoit Droin is one of Chablis’s success stories. Jasper Morris calls Droin “one of the most consistent producers of fine Chablis”. Neal Martin also describes himself as “a huge fan of these wines”, noting that “Benoît Droin has really taken his domaine to new heights over the last decade.” 

Droin is one of the growers who have responded most successfully to Chablis’ recent string of warmer vintages. Retaining the steeliness and tension so characteristic of Chablis is paramount at Droin, and to this end Benoit picks early and favours a shorter elevage. He also uses minimal new oak to avoid adding excess weight. The result is a range that is classical in style, successfully highlighting the terroir differences between sites.

The domaine comprises 26 hectares. The wines made include Petit Chablis, Chablis villages, nine premiers crus and five grand crus.