Varietal
Chardonnay.
Tasting notes
The colour is a beautiful pale gold with green highlights.
The nose is floral and elegant, with hints of ibiscus and pleasant apricot.
The palate is rich and smooth, with aromas of creamy caramel and a magnificent mineral and saline finish.
Food and wine pairing
This wine will perfectly emphasize any type of sea food such as a fatty fish (salmon or bluefin tuna), sushi and sashimi. Will also be a great companion to poultry, asian or exotic food. Try it also with goat cheeses, as well as fresh and light refined cheese.
Serving suggestions
Ideally serve between 12 and 14°C / 54-57°F.
Ageing potential
Between 3 to 4 years.
Origin
Located in the north of Burgundy, in Yonne department, the appellation stretches over around 20 communes that cover the hillsides running alongsidethe pretty Serein Valley. The vineyard enjoys an exceptional geological situation.
The main bedrock comes from the Jurassic epoch, or more precisely the Kimmeridgean age (150 million years ago). Deposits of tiny oysters can still befound today in the rock, remains of a time where the sea was totally covering this territory.
Hugues de Montaigu, Bishop of Auxerre, was one of the pioneers of the Cistercian tradition in Chablis. At that time, the monks were already working on the creation of their white vin de garde, synonymous with high quality. Their heritage is reflected in every wine in our MONTAIGU collection.
Vinification and maturing
This cuvée comes from organically-farmed vines in the commune of La Chapelle Vaupelteigne, whose soils provide an ideal water reserve for the vines, with a rich microbial life. The grapes ripen perfectly here.
- Slow pressing with juice separation, light settling,
- Fermentation with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel tanks,
- 20% of the cuvée is placed in barrels containing 3 to 4 wines,
- Aged on the lees for 8 months.
Vintage : 2024
The year 2024 in Chablis was marked by exceptionally wet weather, with rainfall exceeding the average by around 50%. From March onwards, the region suffered flooding due to the Serein river bursting its banks and record rainfall, followed by spring frosts in an already waterlogged environment. Hail also affected the vineyards, particularly on 1 May: nearly 2,000 hectares were partially or totally impacted. Flowering took place in unstable conditions, leading to coulure and millerandage, while mildew, encouraged by the humidity, weighed on the potential yield. The harvest began at the end of September, with considerable variation between plots. Despite these challenges, the first juices reveal a beautiful Chablis character, with marked tension, assertive minerality and invigorating aromas of fresh white fruit and citrus.