Chablis
1er Cru
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The season begins with a mild and dry winter, leading to an early start to the growing cycle. A significant episode of frost occurred on the Chardonnay on April 5 then on the Pinot Noir on April 14, causing a harvest loss (30% to 50%). A cooling at the beginning of June leads to capricious flowering. This causes runoff and further reduces yields while concentrating the aromas. The hot summer induces water stress in certain places which delays the maturity of the grapes. Because the berries are small and few number, the sugar level in the grapes is naturally high but the lack of water helped maintain good acidity.
Vineyard
Wine made from an assembly of different origin of vine in the appellation Chablis 1er Cru (bas de Fourchaume, Montée de Tonnerre, Vaucoupin, Côte de Léchet). This wine respects the Cuvée Ronde, traditional Bourguignone.
Wine-Growing method : sustainable
Harvest : 100 % mecanical
Sol : Argilo-calcarious, Kimméridgian
Vinification
100% Chardonnay
At their arrival in our cellar, the grapes are immediately and carefully pressed with a pneumatic press .
100 % destemmed grappes.
Finning: Yes
Filtration : yes
11 months (whose 3 months in stainless steel tank) 50% in stainless steel tank, 50% in oak barrel
13% vol.
Tasting
Tasting note
A wine with a complex and persistent bouquet, mixed with aromas of acacia honey, a hint of iodine and vegetable nuances.
Food pairings
The Premier Cru is of great aromatic complexity, which predisposes it to many associations, including hot oysters and fish in sauce. It will get up again accompanied by a ham in Chablis, the local specialty.
temperature
10-12°C
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