Simonnet-Febvre : Chablis 1er cru "Montée de Tonnerre" 2021

Tasting notes and advice for the Chablis 1er Cru "Montée de Tonnerre" 2021 from Simonnet-Febvre

Tasting

Appearance

The wine displays a bright pale yellow hue, characteristic of great white wines from Burgundy.

Nose

The bouquet is complex, combining aromas of ripe fruit with deep mineral nuances. The fruity notes come through as hints of citrus and white-fleshed fruits, while the mineral dimension lends a distinctive signature to the aromatic profile.

Palate

On the palate, this Chablis 1er Cru "Montée de Tonnerre" 2021 reveals a rounded, harmonious structure. The finish stands out for its saline, zesty freshness, supported by fine aromatic persistence that reflects the quality of the terroir.

Food and wine pairing

This wine pairs perfectly with grilled langoustines, fish in sauce, or white meats. Its minerality and freshness also make it an ideal companion for seafood and shellfish.

Serving and cellaring

The Chablis 1er Cru "Montée de Tonnerre" 2021 is best enjoyed at a temperature between 10 and 12°C. This wine can be enjoyed now and will continue to evolve until around 2029.

A Chablis Premier Cru true to the minerality of Montée de Tonnerre

The estate

Founded in 1840, the House of Simonnet-Febvre is among the oldest wine houses in Chablis. Owned by Maison Louis Latour since 2003, it has been led by Paul Espitalié since 2019. The estate stands out for its unique dual expertise: producing still wines from Chablis and crafting Crémants de Bourgogne using the traditional method, thus perpetuating historic know-how dating back to its origins. Simonnet-Febvre embodies the alliance between centuries-old tradition and a contemporary vision of Burgundy wine.

The vineyard

The Chablis 1er Cru "Montée de Tonnerre" comes from one of the most prestigious climats in the appellation, located on the right bank of the Serein, in the immediate vicinity of the Grands Crus. This exceptional terroir rests on Kimmeridgian soils, made up of limestone rich in marine fossils dating back to the Jurassic period. This unique geological composition gives this Burgundy wine its distinctive mineral signature and crystalline freshness.

Winemaking and aging

Winemaking for the Chablis 1er Cru "Montée de Tonnerre" 2021 takes place in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks. Aging also occurs in stainless-steel tanks, preserving the fruit’s aromatic purity and the terroir’s mineral expression in full, without the influence of oak that could mask the natural characteristics of this exceptional climat.

Grape variety

100% Chardonnay