# Chablis (2022)

- **Producer:** Domaine Pinson Frères
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay
- **Region:** Burgundy, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €30
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 10–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** apple, grapefruit, lemon, pear, wet stones, pastry, cloves, vanilla, biscuit, almond, honey

## About this wine

Domaine Pinson Chablis 2022 represents a centuries-old winemaking tradition from Burgundy's northernmost appellation. The Pinson family, with a history dating back to 1640, is dedicated to expressing the unique character of their Kimmeridgian limestone terroir. They were among the first in Chablis to market their wines directly, a pioneering spirit that continues today. The 2022 vintage is characterized by well-managed ripeness, contributing to the wine's quality. This Chablis is distinctive for its intensity, concentration, and its ability to convey the region's signature saline minerality.

## Interesting facts

- Domaine Pinson is one of the oldest winemaking families in Chablis.
- They were early adopters of bottling and selling their own wines.
- The soil is rich in ancient marine fossils.
- Winemaking philosophy avoids dogma, guided by experience.

## Food pairing

The wine's refreshing acidity cuts through the richness of creamy sauces and buttery seafood, while its minerality complements the briny notes of shellfish. Lighter proteins and fresh ingredients are enhanced by the wine's clean profile.

## Wine making process

Domaine Pinson employs a winemaking process that emphasizes the distinctiveness of each vineyard. Grapes are hand-harvested early to maintain freshness. Fermentation is carried out using indigenous yeasts, with a portion of the wine undergoing this process in oak barrels and the remainder in stainless steel. Aging varies by cuvée, with village Chablis primarily in stainless steel, while Premier Cru and Grand Cru wines are aged for 9 to 15 months in a mix of stainless steel and older oak barrels, often with lees stirring. This approach aims to capture the essence of the Kimmeridgian soil and the Chardonnay grape.