CHABLIS 1ER CRU VAUCOUPIN 2013

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2012   2013  

Like Chablis appellation, the main bedrock comes from the Jurassic epoch, or more precisely the Kimmeridgean age (150 million years ago). The 27 hectares of Vaucoupin’s vines are located on the right bank of the Serein river in the commune of Chichée.

Overlooking the Serein, the very old vines of our Vaucoupin plots are grown on stony, limestone soils. Over time, the vines pass through cracks thousands of years old, drawing in mineral nutrients.
As for the history, the name Vaucoupin could refer to the structure of the vineyard itself. It could mean that the valley used to covered with woods that were cut at a time or shared between several different owners. It might also refer a former owner, named Coupin.

100% Chardonnay

COLOUR : Pale gold in color with green highlights.
NOSE : Complex and open nose, a minerality lightly smoked reminiscent of citrus fruit zest, white peach, fresh spices such as mint.
PALATE : Franc, very fresh and fruity on the palate with aromas of grapefruit and almond. Persistent on a mineral finish typical of the terroir.

Vinification takes place in thermo-regulated stainless steel tanks.

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

10 to 12°C

5 to 8 years

Vintage 2013 was characterised by unpredictable and irregular weather patterns which significantly affected the growth of the grapes. Springtime was dull and cloudy with alternating periods of mild and cold weather as well as heavy rainfall. The milder weather in June and the Summer temperatures in July enabled the vineyard to help catch up the growth cycle, with flowering occurring in early July. Rain and cold conditions returned in September, slowing the maturation of the grapes and provoking the development of diseases such as “botrytis”, requiring extra care and attention in the vineyards. The grape harvest commenced on the 30th September with sunny conditions and lasted two weeks with alternating rain and dry, sunny weather. Despite a shortfall in quantity, the quality of the musts were good and the first tastings after fermentation showed that the problems caused by the weather were a distant memory, with the prediction of a fine, successful vintage…