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Whether from famous Bourgogne villages, regional appellations or homage cuvées, the House’s wines carry the Bouchard Aîné & Fils imprint, which since 1750 has become a prestigious signature, synonymous with excellence and know-how thanks to exceptional men.

Full of history and flavours, they are a complete range to allow all connoisseurs and enthusiasts around the world to discover the richness and incredible potential of the noble grape varieties of their region of origin.

CHABLIS PREMIER CRU
VAILLONS 2022

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2022  

Varietal

100% Chardonnay.

Tasting notes

Visual: A very clear gold.

Nose: Exuberant, with aromas of vanilla and mocha coffee with exotic undertones.

Palate: Beautiful fullness and remarkable length. Fruity and pleasant, with marked notes of yellow fruit (pear, apricot), with a touch of honey on the finish. Vigorous and fleshy, with great aptitude for ageing.

Food and wine pairing

This wine is excellent paired with smoked salmon, trout and other freshwater fish, as well as with white meats and creamy cheeses.

Serving suggestions

Serve ideally at a temperature of 12-14°C. (54-57°F.).

Ageing potential

This wine can be enjoyed now or kept in the cellar for the next five years.

Origins

Chablis, situated near Auxerre in the Yonne department, is among the northernmost vineyards of Burgundy. The appellation has 40 climats classified as premiers crus, including 17 main ones.

Located on the left bank of the Serein river, in the southwest of the Chablis region, the 105 hectares of Premier Cru Vaillons vines enjoy particularly favourable exposure and the wines are well deserving of their excellent reputation.

Latin provides the answer: etymologically, vallis or valles mean "a large space between two areas". Spelled "Valion" in a document dating from 1429, Vaillons ultimately derives its name from this notion of small valley.

Vinification and maturing

The grapes were brought in as musts and underwent a slow pneumatic pressing followed by a very cold static settling before alcoholic fermentation, which lasted 10 days in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks (18 to 20°C). After 3 days, 15% of the juice was racked into barrels. Aged for 18 months on its lees, with frequent pumping over. 100% malolactic fermentation. Light filtration before bottling.

Vintage : 2022