# Domaine Laroche Chablis Premier Cru Les Montmains (2022)

- **Producer:** Domaine Laroche
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay
- **Region:** Burgundy, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €37
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 10–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** apple, grapefruit, peach, lemon, blossom, butter, cloves, vanilla, biscuit, melted wax, honey, crushed stone, sea spray, petrol (gasoline), almond

## About this wine

Domaine Laroche Chablis Premier Cru Les Montmains 2022 is a 100% Chardonnay from the Chablis appellation in Burgundy, France. The wine originates from the Les Montmains climat, recognized for its finesse and complexity. Domaine Laroche is a prominent producer in Chablis, emphasizing traditional methods to highlight the purity and minerality of their wines. The 2022 vintage in Burgundy experienced early frost but resulted in a balanced expression of crispness and richness, influenced by the region's unique limestone and marine fossil-rich soils.

## Interesting facts

- Les Montmains climat is on the Serein River's left bank, known for early ripening.
- Soils are rich in limestone and ancient marine fossils.
- Domaine Laroche's cellars date back to the 9th century.
- 30% of fermentation occurs in used oak barrels.

## Food pairing

The wine's vibrant acidity cuts through the richness of seafood and creamy sauces, while its minerality complements the briny notes of oysters and shellfish. Lighter proteins like chicken are enhanced by the wine's subtle complexity.

## Wine making process

Domaine Laroche Chablis Premier Cru Les Montmains 2022 is produced from 100% Chardonnay grapes. The winemaking process begins with manual harvests and sorting, followed by pneumatic pressing. Fermentation takes place in both stainless steel tanks (70%) and used oak barrels (30%), with the latter aged between 1 to 7 years. The wine then undergoes 12 months of aging on its fine lees in historical cellars. Traditional methods are employed to maintain the freshness and aromatic intensity of the Chardonnay.