CHABLIS 1ER CRU VAILLONS 2022

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

Color: Medium gold, very limpid.
Nose: Exuberant, with aromas of vanilla, mocha and exotic notes.
Palate: Beautiful amplitude and remarkable length. Fruity and pleasant, with marked notes of yellow fruit (pear, apricot) and a touch of honey on the finish. Vigorous and fleshy, with great ageing potential.

Vinification and maturing

When they arrive in the winery, 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.
Malolactic fermentation takes place in 100% stainless steel tanks, with temperature control (18 to 20°C) to preserve a maximum of fruit, then the wine is aged for 8 months on fine lees, without racking to protect all the aromas.

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 : 2022

The 2022 vintage was once again marked by intense weather, with frost, heatwave and drought. The vines came through all these episodes unscathed, giving this vintage a special beauty, with generous quantities and a quality that will appeal to wine lovers the world over.

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