# Simonnet Febvre Chablis Premier Cru Montmains Organic (2020)

- **Producer:** Simonnet-Febvre
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay
- **Region:** Burgundy, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €52
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Later
- **Serving temperature:** 10–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** apple, pear, grapefruit, lemon, chalky, biscuit, bread dough, honey, almond

## About this wine

Simonnet-Febvre Chablis Premier Cru Montmains Organic 2020 is a 100% Chardonnay from the Chablis region of Burgundy. The wine originates from the Montmains vineyard, known for its power and aromatic complexity, situated on Kimmeridgian soil with a southerly/south-easterly exposure. The producer, Maison Simonnet-Febvre, is one of the oldest Chablis houses, now part of Maison Louis Latour, and is committed to organic viticulture. The 2020 vintage is characterized by its lean, elegant profile with citrus and floral notes.

## Interesting facts

- Vineyards are on Kimmeridgian soil, the same geological formation as the English Channel seabed.
- Certified organic by Ecocert.
- Average vine age is 35 years.
- Part of Maison Louis Latour, a historic Burgundy négociant.

## Food pairing

The wine's bright acidity cuts through the richness of creamy sauces and fatty fish, while its minerality complements the subtle flavors of shellfish and white meats. Citrus notes in the wine can echo or contrast with citrus elements in the dish, creating a harmonious balance.

## Wine making process

The grapes for Simonnet-Febvre Chablis Premier Cru Montmains Organic 2020 are 100% Chardonnay, hand-harvested from vines with an average age of 35 years. The wine undergoes fermentation in stainless steel tanks at temperatures between 17-21°C. Following fermentation, it is aged for 12 months on lees. The viticulture is certified organic by Ecocert, with a managed yield of 40 hl/ha.