CHABLIS GRAND CRU VALMUR 2008

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The climat occupies a central position on the Grands Crus hillside. Less homogeneous than some of its counterparts, it draws its identity from the variety of its exposures and the depth of its soils. Its shape is reminiscent of a valley, hence the name "Valmur". A close relative of the Clos, it is nevertheless distinguished by its greater strength and very square structure.

Its location, offering subtle variations of exposition and altitude, enable more varied wines to be produced here than in the other vineyards.
Chalky scree slopes overlying Kimmeridgian marl. The soil is heavy and is strewn with small fossilized oysters known as “Exogyra Virgula”.

100% Chardonnay

Beautiful golden colour.
Smoky, concentrated nose with scents of hazelnut, almonds, mango and white blossoms.
Round and unctuous on the palate, still rather closed with hints of stone fruit such as peach and mango. Long, toasted almond finish.

- pneumatic pressing
- cold static settling
- alcoholic fermentation began in stainless steel tanks after 3 days, 8% of the juice was racked and transferred to fine-grained barrels where it continued alcoholic fermentation the remaining juice was fermented in stainless steel tanks for 7 to 10 days under controlled temperatures (18 to 20°C) to preserve a maximum of fruit and glycerol
- malolactic fermentation was complete in mid-March
- aged on the lees for 8 months with regular stirring and pumping over of the must to lend richness.

Perfect with fish, shellfish, crayfish bisque, quenelles, cheese soufflés and goat cheeses.

12°C

Chablis Grand Cru "Valmur" is a wine you can keep a long time (15 years), but it can be enjoyed young (3/4 years).

The 2008 growth cycle followed up-and-down weather patterns which resulted in late budburst, uneven flowering depending on the vineyard’s exposure, and fungal diseases requiring both spraying and know-how on the part of the grower. Millerandage was inevitable given such conditions which limited yields. Paradoxically, though the Yonne department’s northern location means summer temperatures are relatively cool; this region received less rainfall during the summer than regions further south. Late harvesting allowed us to get the most out of the sunshine experienced during the second half of September, resulting in a 2008 vintage that is very harmonious, concentrated, and fruity, with perfect balance between sugar and acidity.