La Chablisienne : Chablis Grand cru "Les Preuses" 2004

A precise and refined Chablis Grand Cru wine

The estate

Founded in 1923 following the action of Abbé Balitrand, the cooperative La Chablisienne is the most important producer of Chablis wines. From Petit Chablis, to Chablis, through Chablis Premiers Crus and Chablis Grands Crus, without forgetting the vintages of the legendary Château Grenouille, La Chablisienne produces around thirty different vintages and crus which allow lovers of great Burgundies to discover the multiple personalities of Chablis wines.

The vineyard

"Les Preuses" 2004 from La Chablisienne est a Chablis Grand Cru wine that stems from vineyards placed on the right bank of the Serein. Facing south-west, the vines, on average 30 years old, are planted on Kimmeridgian clay-limestone soils.

Winemaking and ageing

Static cold settling. Alcoholic and malolactic fermentations were carried out in barrels and vats. This Chablis Grand Cru was aged for 20 months on fine lees, in vats and in barrels.

Blend

Chardonnay (100%).  

Characteristics and tasting tips for Chablis Grand Cru "Les Preuses" 2004 from La Chablisienne

Tasting

Colour
The wine has a beautiful light yellow colour.

Nose
The nose opens on spicy and dried plant notes. During aeration, the bouquet becomes more complex through floral and plant notes.

Palate
Fresh and precise, the palate delights with its delicious scents of honey and sweet almonds.