# Chablis (2021)

- **Producer:** Noemie Vernaux
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay
- **Region:** Burgundy, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.0%
- **Average price:** €12
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 10–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** white peach, green apple, lemon

## About this wine

The Chablis Noémie Vernaux 2021 is a white wine from the Burgundy region of France, specifically the Chablis appellation. The wine is produced by Noémie Vernaux, a house founded in 1851 that operates as a négociant-éleveur, sourcing grapes from contracted growers. This approach allows them to focus on expressing the characteristics of specific Burgundy appellations. The wine's distinctiveness is rooted in the pronounced minerality derived from the chalky soils of Chablis, combined with fresh fruit and citrus notes. The 2021 vintage notes highlight the impact of challenging weather conditions on the vintage, often resulting in wines with vibrant acidity and pure fruit expression.

## Interesting facts

- Chablis is the northernmost wine-producing region in Burgundy.
- The region's soils are ancient marine sediments.
- Chablis wines are always 100% Chardonnay.
- The name 'Chablis' is protected by AOC regulations.

## Food pairing

The wine's high acidity and minerality cut through the richness of seafood and creamy sauces, cleansing the palate. Its subtle fruit notes complement delicate fish and poultry, while its crispness provides a refreshing contrast to richer ingredients.

## Wine making process

The Chablis Noémie Vernaux 2021 is produced using 100% Chardonnay grapes. The winemaking process involves fermentation in stainless steel tanks, which helps to maintain the wine's freshness and primary fruit characteristics. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging on its lees for approximately six months. This lees aging contributes to the wine's texture and complexity. The grapes are sourced from selected farms within the Chablis appellation.