Domaine du Colombier
Domaine du Colombier is a deeply rooted family estate in the Chablis wine region, established in 1887 when the Mothe family first planted vines and began making wine. The estate has been passed down through several generations, and today Jean‑Louis, Thierry and Vincent Mothe continue the family tradition with passion and dedication to their land. The domaine covers approximately 55 hectares of vineyards planted exclusively with Chardonnay, spanning the full range of the appellation from Petit Chablis to Premier Cru and Grand Cru, as well as classic Chablis village wines.
Situated around historic villages such as Fontenay‑près‑Chablis and Chichée, the vineyards benefit from varied exposures and slopes that contribute to the wines’ aromatic and structural diversity. A distinctive anecdote that sets Domaine du Colombier apart is the pivotal decision made in the 1950s by Guy Mothe to focus exclusively on Chardonnay, a choice that shaped the estate’s identity and commitment to crafting high‑quality Chablis wines and has guided its evolution for decades.
Situated around historic villages such as Fontenay‑près‑Chablis and Chichée, the vineyards benefit from varied exposures and slopes that contribute to the wines’ aromatic and structural diversity. A distinctive anecdote that sets Domaine du Colombier apart is the pivotal decision made in the 1950s by Guy Mothe to focus exclusively on Chardonnay, a choice that shaped the estate’s identity and commitment to crafting high‑quality Chablis wines and has guided its evolution for decades.
