La Chablisienne : Chablis 1er cru "Mont de Milieu" 2020

Characteristics and tasting advice for the Chablis Premier Cru "Mont de Milieu" 2020 from La Chablisienne

Tasting

Color
Beautiful color with silvery highlights.

Nose
Opening with subtly grilled and toasty notes, the nose gradually reveals aromas of white-fleshed fruits and eucalyptus as it aerates.

Palate
Exotic fruits (pineapple) and roasted hazelnuts are among the aromas that harmoniously mingle on a lively, balanced palate.

A full-bodied and fresh Chablis 1er Cru white wine

The estate
Founded in 1923 under the initiative of Abbé Balitrand, La Chablisienne is today the leading cooperative cellar in Chablis, both in terms of size and wine quality. It offers a wide range covering the entire appellation, from Petit Chablis to Grands Crus, including Premiers Crus and the emblematic cuvées of Château Grenouille. This diversity showcases all facets of the Chablis terroir across around thirty distinct cuvées.

The vineyard
This Chablis 1er Cru "Mont de Milieu" comes from vines planted on the left bank of the Serein. Around 25 years old, they root in typical Kimméridgien clay-limestone soils and benefit from a south-facing exposure, conducive to optimal ripeness of the grapes, resulting in an essential vin de Bourgogne.

Winemaking and aging
After static cold settling, fermentation takes place in tanks and barrels, for both the alcoholic and malolactic phases. This Chablis 1er Cru is then aged for 12 months on fine lees, in tanks and barrels, to enrich its structure while preserving its aromatic precision.

Grape variety
100% Chardonnay.