- Chablis 1er Cru Vaulorent 2017
Overview
The Chablis wine region stretches along the Serein valley and across 19 communes. Chablis, known as the "Golden Gate of Burgundy", is dedicated to the production of a clear, aromatic, fresh white wine whose name is synonym of “minerality”.
Terroir: The name of this climat comes is derived from ‘Laurent’, the name of a landowner in this valley: ‘la vallée au Laurent’. This Premier Cru is officially composed of the following lieux-dits: ‘Les Quatre Chemins’, ‘Les Couvertes’ and ‘La ferme de Couverte’. It is a sub-climat of ‘Fourchaume’ and could be considered as the 8th Grand Cru. 1er Cru Vaulorent is a large 155 hectare vineyard sharing a similar terroir to the Grand Crus located just to the south and adjacent to Preuses. Soils here well drained and are made up primarily kimmeridgian (clay and limestone).
Vinification: Manual harvesting is carried out at optimum ripeness levels (between 12 and 13°). The grapes are pressed in our pneumatic press and the musts then undergo cold maceration for a 5 to 7 day period before being settled and vinified. The alcoholic fermentation lasts between 15 to 18 days at the Domaine. The malolactic fermentation is usually initiated in December. The wine is aged for around 14-16 months entirely in stainless steel. The wine is racked twice before being bottled in late autumn.
Additional Details
Bright yellow in color. Aromas and flavors of melon, apricot, green apple and a hint of lemon zest. Juicy, intense and extremely fresh. Tightly structured and very drinkable now, but with the ability to age as well.Technical Details
- Appellation: Chablis
- Winemaker: Olivier Bailly
- Sustainability: Sustainable Practices
- Soil: Kimmeridgian
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- Avg Vine Age: 50+ years
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- Alcohol: 13%
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- Sizes Available: 750ml
- Pack Size: 6/750ml
- Varietals: 100% Chardonnay
Recent News
The Wine Advocate Rating: 91
Author: William Kelley
Date: Friday, August 30, 2019
"The 2017 Chablis 1er Cru Vaulorent (Maison) is also showing well, wafting from the glass with aromas of orange blossom, grapefruit, mandarin and acacia honey. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, satiny and layered, with a delicate core of fruit, ripe acids and an elegant profile."