Domaine Laroche : Chablis Grand cru "Les Bouguerots" 2024

Characteristics and Tasting Tips for the Chablis Grand Cru "Les Bouguerots" 2024 from Domaine Laroche

Tasting Notes

Nose
The nose opens with complex aromas of mandarin, lemon zest and nectarine, accompanied by notes of white-fleshed fruit and a delicate mineral touch.

Palate
The palate is silky and textured, driven by a lively acidity that underscores its concentration and depth. The long finish remains crisp, with a clean, persistent minerality.

Food and Wine Pairing

The Chablis Grand Cru "Les Bouguerots" 2024 is ideally paired with fish, oysters, Thai-style prawns and mild goat's cheeses.

Serving and Ageing

The Chablis Grand Cru "Les Bouguerots" 2024 is ideally served between 12 and 14 °C. The estate indicates an ageing potential of 10 to 15 years for this cuvée, meaning it can be enjoyed until around 2039.

A Chablis Grand Cru Shaped by the Minerality of the Bougros Climat

The Estate

Domaine Laroche began its family story in 1850, when Jean Victor Laroche acquired his first plot in Chablis, in Burgundy. Today, the estate extends over 90 hectares, including 21 hectares of Premier Cru and 6 hectares of Grand Cru vineyards. Since 2023, Antoine Leccia has served as Chairman, while Jean-Baptiste Mouton is Managing Director, within the AdVini group. The estate is known for its historic headquarters at the Obédiencerie, a former monastery in Chablis, and for its dedication to Chardonnay.

The Vineyard

Les Bouguerots is a plot within the Bougros Climat, the westernmost of the Grand Cru vineyards of Chablis, located on a steep slope beside the Serein river. Facing south and south-west, it rests on Kimmeridgian subsoil covered by a 30-centimetre layer of clay that promotes water retention in summer. The vines, derived from a massal selection of the estate's historic old vines, cover an area of 0.31 hectare.

Grape Variety

100% Chardonnay.