# Chablis Premier Cru Grande Cuvée (2019)

- **Producer:** La Chablisienne
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay
- **Region:** Burgundy, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €29
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 10–13 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** blossom, grapefruit, peach, lemon, apple, pear, cream, cheese, butter, hazelnut, wet stones, honey, almond

## About this wine

The Chablis Premier Cru Grande Cuvée 2019 from La Chablisienne is a white wine crafted from 100% Chardonnay. It hails from the prestigious Chablis Premier Cru AOC in Burgundy, France, a region celebrated for its distinctive mineral-driven Chardonnay. La Chablisienne, established in 1923, is a cooperative comprising over 200 winegrowing families, dedicated to preserving the unique character of their terroirs. This 'Grande Cuvée' is a testament to their diverse vineyard holdings within the Premier Cru appellations, with its distinctiveness stemming from the ancient Kimmeridgian soils, a defining geological feature of Chablis.

## Interesting facts

- Soils are ancient seabed, rich in oyster fossils.
- La Chablisienne is a cooperative of over 200 families.
- Kimmeridgian soil is key to Chablis' minerality.
- Grande Cuvée showcases multiple Premier Cru sites.

## Food pairing

The wine's vibrant acidity cuts through the richness of creamy sauces and the natural sweetness of shellfish. Its minerality complements the briny notes of oysters and seafood, while its medium body can stand up to more complex preparations.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for this Chablis Premier Cru Grande Cuvée begins with the reception of harvest musts, allowing La Chablisienne full control over subsequent steps. Fermentation is conducted in stainless steel tanks following a cold settling of the must. Malolactic fermentation also takes place in stainless steel. While specific aging details for this vintage are not fully detailed, Premier Cru Chablis wines are typically aged in stainless steel, with some potential for barrel aging and sur lie contact to develop complexity. The cooperative is actively pursuing sustainability certifications, aiming for HVE3 and Terra Vitis compliance across its vineyards.