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CHABLIS 1ER CRU VAILLONS 2018
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Production area

Like Chablis appellation, the main bedrock comes from the Jurassic epoch, or more precisely the Kimmeridgean age (150 million years ago). “Les Vaillons” covers a surface area of approximately 200 ha and is located to the south of the village of Chablis. “Premier Cru” is a distinction that is granted to certain vineyards where the wines have traditionally been considered to be of higher quality.

Origins

This wine comes from the terroirs of Beugnon and Roncières. The average age of the vines is 45 years which allows an optimal concentration while keeping the characteristics of a fresh and balanced Chablis.

Varietal

100% Chardonnay

Tasting notes

The nose immediately reveals its finesse and elegance with aromas of grilled almonds, pineapple and a smoky mineral note that illustrates its Kimmeridgian terroir.
In the mouth appear pear, peach and lemon zest. The whole is suave, soft and balanced. The very persistent finish evokes brioche.

Vinification and maturing

When they arrive in the winery between September 10 and 12, 2018, the grapes and must are pressed for a long time in a pneumatic press to obtain a quality juice without oxidative risk.

The juice then undergoes a light static settling which will allow the largest lees to be removed, so as to promote the purity of the aromas and the radiance of the color in the wine.

The fermentation starts in thermoregulated stainless steel vats at a temperature between 18 ° and 20 ° C, and is fast enough to avoid oxidation of the aromas.
After 3 days of fermentation, entonnage of 30% of the juice in barrels of 2 to 5 wines, very fine grained to keep all the characteristics of the soil.

Malolactic fermentation is carried out at 100%, then the wine is matured for 12 months on fine lees, without racking to protect all the aromas.

Bottling: light fining with bentonite, 1 single filtration before bottling.

Food and wine pairing

Enjoy with fish in cream sauces, pike, lobster and fresh cheeses.

Serving suggestions

12 to 14°C

Ageing potential

5 to 10 years

Vintage : 2018