{"title":"Chablis Wines","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"louis-michel-chablis-montee-de-tonnerre-2023","title":"2023 Louis Michel Chablis 1er Cru Montée de Tonnerre | 94 Point Premier Cru Chablis","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🔥 94 Point Premier Cru Chablis | The \"Eighth Grand Cru\" of Chablis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChiselled, saline and intensely mineral — magnificent Premier Cru Chablis from one of the appellation's greatest vineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMontée de Tonnerre. Kimmeridgian limestone. No oak. Pure Chablis.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points – Jasper Morris MW, Inside Burgundy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points – Tim Atkin \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points – John Gilman\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Premier Cru Chablis | Minerality, Purity \u0026amp; Extraordinary Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“A thrilling expression of Montée de Tonnerre — concentrated white fruit, piercing minerality and saline freshness delivered with extraordinary precision and length.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale lemon-gold with brilliant clarity and youthful green highlights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pure and beautifully focused, with \u003cstrong\u003elemon, green apple, white peach and pear\u003c\/strong\u003e, layered with white flowers, wet stone, oyster shell and subtle marine notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Concentrated yet beautifully controlled. White fruit and citrus sit at the core, carried by \u003cstrong\u003ecrunchy acidity and intense saline minerality\u003c\/strong\u003e. There's impressive depth here, but everything remains chiselled, energetic and unmistakably Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally long and mineral, with \u003cstrong\u003ebitter lemon, citrus peel, white fruit and saline notes\u003c\/strong\u003e lingering through a precise, mouth-watering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJasper Morris MW was particularly impressed, awarding \u003cstrong\u003e92–94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e from barrel and highlighting the concentrated white fruit, saline character, crunchy texture and exceptional length. The published retail rating is commonly shown as \u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e. Neal Martin awarded \u003cstrong\u003e90–92 points\u003c\/strong\u003e, praising the wine's balance, freshness and bitter-lemon tension. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritical Acclaim – 2023 Vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points – Jasper Morris MW, Inside Burgundy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points – Neal Martin, Vinous\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points – John Gilman\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGilman found remarkable depth and mineral drive, with lemon, green apple, pear, citrus peel, white flowers and flinty minerality, and gives the wine a drinking window stretching from \u003cstrong\u003e2029 to 2055\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's serious ageing potential for Premier Cru Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMontée de Tonnerre – The \"Eighth Grand Cru\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is where the wine becomes particularly exciting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMontée de Tonnerre\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eis arguably the most prestigious Premier Cru vineyard in Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLouis Michel itself describes it as the \u003cstrong\u003emost prestigious and sought-after of the Chablis Premier Crus\u003c\/strong\u003e, noting that some people even refer to it as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“The eighth Grand Cru.”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd there's a reason.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMontée de Tonnerre sits on the \u003cstrong\u003eright bank of the Serein, immediately alongside the Grand Cru sector\u003c\/strong\u003e, sharing many of the geological characteristics that make the neighbouring Grand Crus so special. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn't ordinary Premier Cru Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a vineyard that consistently performs at the very highest level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKimmeridgian Limestone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe terroir is classic Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKimmeridgian limestone and marl.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLouis Michel's vines sit on the right bank with a \u003cstrong\u003esouthwest exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e, in soils rich in limestone and the fossilised marine material for which Chablis is famous. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat geology is fundamental to the personality of the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLemon • White Fruit • Oyster Shell • Wet Stone • Salinity • Minerality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Chardonnay that tastes of \u003cstrong\u003eplace\u003c\/strong\u003e, not winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo Oak – Pure Chablis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of the great things about Louis Michel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo oak.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe domaine ferments and matures its wines in \u003cstrong\u003etemperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e, using indigenous yeasts and spontaneous malolactic fermentation. The Montée de Tonnerre is matured for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e12–16 months\u003c\/strong\u003e, with minimal handling before bottling. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's crucial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's no new French oak adding toast, vanilla or richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNothing is hiding the vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat you're tasting is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChardonnay + Kimmeridgian limestone + Montée de Tonnerre.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePure and simple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLouis Michel \u0026amp; Fils\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLouis Michel is one of the classic names of Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Michel family has been growing vines in the region since the \u003cstrong\u003e19th century\u003c\/strong\u003e, and today the domaine controls approximately \u003cstrong\u003e25 hectares\u003c\/strong\u003e, including holdings in \u003cstrong\u003ethree Grand Crus and seven Premier Crus\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday \u003cstrong\u003eGuillaume Michel\u003c\/strong\u003e runs the domaine, continuing its famously restrained approach to winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe philosophy is straightforward:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLet the terroir speak.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd few vineyards speak more clearly than Montée de Tonnerre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 2023 Vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2023 delivered generous yields in Chablis, but the best sites retained impressive freshness despite the warm conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuillaume Michel believes the vintage demonstrates Chablis' ability to retain \u003cstrong\u003eenergy, minerality and individual terroir expression even in a warming climate\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMontée de Tonnerre was particularly successful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMorris found it had avoided excessive warmth entirely, instead delivering \u003cstrong\u003echiselled aromatics, concentrated white fruit, salinity and remarkable intensity\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's exactly what we want from great Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMontée de Tonnerre 1er Cru, Chablis, Burgundy, France\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChablis sits apart stylistically from most of Burgundy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's still:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Chardonnay.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut instead of richness and obvious oak, classic Chablis is about:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCitrus • White Fruit • Oyster Shell • Limestone • Acidity • Salinity • Precision\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd Montée de Tonnerre takes those characteristics to another level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt combines Premier Cru intensity with an almost Grand Cru-like sense of depth and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh oysters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKingfish sashimi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScallops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrilled lobster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoreton Bay bugs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrilled white fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast chicken\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGoat's cheese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComté\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy pick?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFresh oysters or grilled scallops.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat saline, mineral character is made for seafood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLouis Michel recommends serving Montée de Tonnerre at around \u003cstrong\u003e12–14°C\u003c\/strong\u003e and gives the vineyard an ageing potential of \u003cstrong\u003e8–15 years\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is exactly the sort of white Burgundy I love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's no oak trying to impress you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo excessive richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo unnecessary winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChablis Premier Cru\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMontée de Tonnerre\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKimmeridgian limestone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStainless-steel fermentation and maturation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points – Inside Burgundy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points – John Gilman\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerious cellaring potential\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the price:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$125.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's particularly compelling for Montée de Tonnerre. Louis Michel's Australian importer lists the 2023 at \u003cstrong\u003e$133 RRP\u003c\/strong\u003e, while another Australian retailer currently lists it at \u003cstrong\u003e$140\u003c\/strong\u003e, making \u003cstrong\u003e$125 an excellent price\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who loves \u003cstrong\u003eRaveneau, Dauvissat, William Fèvre, Christian Moreau or great mineral Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is a wine that deserves attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChiselled. Saline. Mineral. Profound.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2023 Louis Michel Chablis 1er Cru Montée de Tonnerre\u003c\/strong\u003e captures everything that makes great Chablis so compelling — extraordinary purity, intense minerality and a finish that just keeps going.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points. Montée de Tonnerre. Premier Cru Chablis. $125.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e👉 One of Chablis' greatest Premier Cru vineyards at an exceptional price — drink with air now or cellar confidently for 10–15+ years.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSearching for exceptional Premier Cru Chablis? The 2023 Louis Michel Chablis 1er Cru Montée de Tonnerre is a 95-point Chardonnay from one of Chablis' most prestigious Premier Cru vineyards. Produced entirely from Chapelot on the right bank of the Serein, it combines white fruit, lemon, green apple, pear, flinty minerality and intense saline drive with bright acidity and exceptional length.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Louis Michel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52479202459950,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5010\/5134\/files\/2023LouisMichelChablisMonteedeTonnerre.png?v=1787539198"},{"product_id":"pierrick-laroche-chablis-grand-cru-bougros-2023","title":"2023 Pierrick Laroche Chablis Grand Cru Bougros | Grand Cru Burgundy Chardonnay","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🔥 BOUGROS. GRAND CRU. CITRUS. MINERALITY. DEPTH. LENGTH. THAT'S THE STORY.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Is One of Chablis' Greatest Terroirs in an Outstanding Vintage.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePierrick Laroche is one of Chablis' most respected and celebrated domaines.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBougros Grand Cru — Chablis, Burgundy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChablis Grand Cru Bougros. $200.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are seven Grand Cru vineyards in Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBougros is one of them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 Pierrick Laroche Chablis Grand Cru Bougros comes from one of the most prized and distinctive of those seven — a steep, south-west facing slope on the right bank of the Serein river, where Kimmeridgian limestone and clay soils of extraordinary depth and complexity produce Chardonnay of remarkable power, minerality and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePierrick Laroche — the domaine founded by the legendary Marcel Laroche and now guided by Pierrick — has long been one of the benchmark producers of Grand Cru Chablis. Their approach combines meticulous vineyard work with restrained winemaking, allowing the terroir of each individual climat to speak with absolute clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a wine of genuine Grand Cru stature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes this particularly compelling is the combination of producer + vineyard + vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePierrick Laroche is one of Chablis' most respected and celebrated domaines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBougros gives them access to one of the seven Grand Cru climats — a vineyard of extraordinary terroir and proven age-worthiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd 2023 is a vintage that delivered exceptional ripeness and concentration while retaining the freshness and tension that define great Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut the three together and you have something genuinely special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePierrick Laroche + Bougros + Grand Cru + 2023.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt $200, this is serious Burgundy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a Grand Cru Chablis of extraordinary depth and precision showing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite peach and ripe citrus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLemon curd and grapefruit zest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOyster shell and sea spray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlint, chalk and Kimmeridgian mineral complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubtle toasted brioche and hazelnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtraordinary palate weight and texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibrant, mouthwatering acidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional length and persistence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose is at once generous and precise — ripe stone fruit and citrus underpinned by the unmistakable flinty, saline mineral character that only Grand Cru Chablis can deliver. The palate is where Bougros truly reveals itself: extraordinary weight and texture, yet driven by a laser-focused acidity and mineral tension that gives the wine remarkable length and energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Chardonnay at its most profound and terroir-expressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBougros — The Terroir\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf the seven Grand Cru climats in Chablis, Bougros occupies the north-western end of the Grand Cru slope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts steep, south-west facing aspect maximises afternoon sun exposure, producing wines of notable power and richness compared to some of its neighbours — yet the Kimmeridgian limestone and clay soils ensure that the characteristic Chablis minerality and tension are never lost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kimmeridgian subsoil — a unique geological formation of ancient marine limestone packed with fossilised oyster shells — is the defining feature of the greatest Chablis terroirs. It is what gives Grand Cru Chablis its extraordinary saline, mineral, almost oceanic character that no other wine region in the world can replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBougros is one of the purest expressions of that terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe 2023 Vintage in Chablis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2023 was a remarkable vintage across Burgundy and Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA warm, dry growing season delivered exceptional ripeness and concentration, while well-timed rainfall and cool nights preserved the natural acidity and freshness that are essential to great Chablis. The result is a vintage of unusual generosity and depth — wines with more immediate appeal than some cooler years, yet with the structure and tension to age beautifully over the long term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Grand Cru Chablis, 2023 is a vintage to take seriously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrand Cru Chablis is one of the world's great food wines. This would be exceptional with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreshly shucked oysters — the classic pairing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole roasted lobster or crab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePan-seared scallops with butter and herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurbot or sole meunière\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast chicken with cream and tarragon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVeal with mushroom and cream sauce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged comté or gruyère\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite truffle dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe at 12–14°C and allow it to breathe in the glass for 15–20 minutes to fully reveal its complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDrinking \u0026amp; Cellaring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlready showing exceptional complexity and depth, with the 2023 vintage's generous fruit making it approachable now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrink now through 2038+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrand Cru Chablis of this calibre rewards patience. While it is already compelling, the wine will continue to develop extraordinary complexity over the next decade and beyond — gaining the honeyed, toasty, deeply mineral character that only the greatest white Burgundies achieve with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThose who can cellar it will be richly rewarded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrand Cru Chablis of this provenance and quality is genuinely rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLook at what you're getting:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne of Chablis' seven Grand Cru climats — Bougros\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom one of the appellation's most respected producers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn outstanding 2023 vintage with exceptional depth and freshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKimmeridgian terroir of extraordinary mineral complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA wine built to age for 15+ years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt $200, this sits at the entry point for serious Grand Cru Chablis from a benchmark producer — and represents genuine value at that level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you love white Burgundy, Premier Cru Chablis or the world's great mineral-driven Chardonnays, the 2023 Pierrick Laroche Chablis Grand Cru Bougros is an essential bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Chablis at its absolute finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSearching for Grand Cru Chablis? The 2023 Pierrick Laroche Chablis Grand Cru Bougros is a serious white Burgundy from one of Chablis' seven Grand Cru vineyards. Vinified in stainless steel and matured for eight months in one barrique and one old 500-litre barrel, it combines fine yellow fruit, citrus, mineral freshness, concentrated depth and a long, acid-driven finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pierrick Laroche","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52479230378286,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5010\/5134\/files\/2023PierrickLarocheChablisGrandCruBougros.png?v=1787537709"},{"product_id":"drouhin-vaudon-chablis-2023","title":"2023 Drouhin-Vaudon Chablis | Classic French Chardonnay","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🔥 LEMON. MINERALITY. ACIDITY. THIS IS WHY PEOPLE LOVE CHABLIS.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Is Benchmark Chablis from One of the Appellation's Most Trusted Names.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a seriously satisfying bottle of Chablis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrouhin-Vaudon has been making wine in Chablis for over half a century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChablis, Burgundy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClassic Chablis from Drouhin-Vaudon. $55.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow this is a seriously satisfying bottle of Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 Drouhin-Vaudon Chablis is the village-level expression from one of the appellation's most respected and consistent producers — the Chablis arm of the legendary Joseph Drouhin négociant house, established in the region in 1968 and now farming over 40 hectares of estate vineyards across the appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVillage Chablis is the entry point to the appellation — but in the hands of a producer like Drouhin-Vaudon, it is far more than that. This is Chablis that delivers the full expression of the appellation's signature style: pure, mineral, citrus-driven and unmistakably Chardonnay from Kimmeridgian limestone country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt $55, it is one of the most reliable and satisfying bottles of classic Chablis you can buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes this particularly compelling is the combination of producer + appellation + vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrouhin-Vaudon has been making wine in Chablis for over half a century, with deep estate holdings and an unwavering commitment to terroir-driven winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVillage Chablis gives you the full character of the appellation — the flinty minerality, the citrus precision, the saline freshness — at an accessible price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd 2023 delivered exceptional ripeness and concentration while retaining the freshness and tension that define great Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut the three together and you've got something far more interesting than the price suggests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrouhin-Vaudon + Chablis + 2023 + $55.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's a genuinely exciting proposition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a pure, focused village Chablis showing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLemon and lime zest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen apple and white pear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOyster shell and sea spray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlint and chalk minerality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrisp, mouthwatering acidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean, precise and focused palate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefreshing, saline finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium body with excellent length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose is classic Chablis — citrus, green apple and a distinctive flinty, almost saline mineral quality that immediately tells you where this wine comes from. The palate is clean, precise and refreshing, with mouthwatering acidity and a long, mineral-driven finish that makes it endlessly food-friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Chablis doing exactly what Chablis does best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDrouhin-Vaudon — The Producer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoseph Drouhin established its Chablis operation in 1968, acquiring vineyards across the appellation and eventually creating the Drouhin-Vaudon domaine as a dedicated Chablis estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, Drouhin-Vaudon farms over 40 hectares of estate vineyards, including holdings in Premier Cru and Grand Cru sites. The domaine has been certified organic since 2010 — a significant commitment in a region where the cool, damp climate makes organic viticulture genuinely challenging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe winemaking philosophy is one of minimal intervention: allowing the Kimmeridgian terroir to express itself with as little interference as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is Chablis of consistent quality, purity and regional character across every level of the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic Chablis is one of the world's most versatile food wines. This would be exceptional with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreshly shucked oysters — the definitive pairing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrilled or pan-seared fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteamed mussels or clams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrawn cocktail or seafood platter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGoat's cheese and crackers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChicken with lemon and herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreamy pasta or risotto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSushi and sashimi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe well chilled at around 10–12°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDrinking \u0026amp; Cellaring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlready drinking beautifully, with vibrant citrus, excellent mineral focus and a long, refreshing finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrink now through 2030+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVillage Chablis is best enjoyed in its youth while the fruit is at its most vibrant and the mineral freshness is at its most expressive. The 2023 vintage's generous fruit makes it particularly approachable right now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBenchmark Chablis of this consistency and quality is exactly what we look for at this price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLook at what you're getting:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstate-grown fruit from a certified organic domaine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePure, mineral-driven Chablis character — no oak, no compromise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMouthwatering acidity and genuine saline freshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne of the appellation's most trusted and consistent producers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd your price? \u003cstrong\u003e$55.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you love classic Chablis, unoaked Chardonnay or simply want a white wine with genuine mineral character and food-friendly freshness, the 2023 Drouhin-Vaudon Chablis is an essential bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Chablis at its most reliable, most satisfying and most classically expressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSearching for classic Chablis? The 2023 Drouhin-Vaudon Chablis is a pure Burgundy Chardonnay grown on Kimmeridgian limestone soils and vinified entirely in stainless steel. Fresh lemon, grapefruit, subtle herbal notes and mineral character combine with bright acidity and a long, clean finish in this elegant and highly drinkable French Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Drouhin-Vaudon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52479236145454,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5010\/5134\/files\/2023Drouhin-VaudonChablis.png?v=1787538688"},{"product_id":"pascal-bouchard-chablis-1er-cru-montmains-2024","title":"2024 Pascal Bouchard Chablis 1er Cru Montmains | Premier Cru White Burgundy","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🔥 PASCAL BOUCHARD | MONTMAINS | CHABLIS 1ER CRU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is classic Premier Cru Chablis.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne of Chablis’ most respected Premier Cru vineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot overworked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot over-oaked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot trying to be Meursault.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKimmeridgian soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCitrus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFine lees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd a little oak for texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2024 Pascal Bouchard Chablis 1er Cru Montmains\u003c\/strong\u003e comes from southeast-facing slopes in one of Chablis’ most respected Premier Cru vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe winemaking is beautifully judged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e80% STAINLESS STEEL.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20% OAK.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen around:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10 MONTHS ON FINE LEES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh citrus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubtle brioche.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoundness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFullness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Premier Cru Chablis that gives you both freshness and texture. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePASCAL BOUCHARD\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePascal Bouchard is a long-established Chablis producer working across:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePetit Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVillage Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremier Cru.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrand Cru.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe range includes classic cuvées alongside old-vine and premium bottlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd Montmains sits right in the heart of that Premier Cru story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe philosophy is straightforward:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtect the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse oak carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd let Chablis remain Chablis. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eMONTMAINS\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMontmains is one of the important Premier Cru climats on the \u003cstrong\u003eleft bank of the Serein\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyard combines:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFreshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd enough natural breadth to make the wine attractive even when young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePascal Bouchard’s Montmains comes from:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoutheast-facing slopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep calcareous clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd beneath that?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKIMMERIDGIAN SUBSOIL.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat gives the wine the foundation Chablis lovers are looking for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMineral character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFreshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd tension. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eKIMMERIDGIAN SUBSOIL\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of the defining geological stories of Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKimmeridgian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalcareous clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimestone-rich subsoil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAncient marine influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat combination helps shape the style of the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFreshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCitrus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaline drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd that distinctive Chablis tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn't generic Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's Chardonnay from a very specific place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTHE WINEMAKING\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is where Pascal Bouchard gets the balance right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter pressing and settling, the must is divided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e80% FERMENTED IN TEMPERATURE-CONTROLLED STAINLESS STEEL.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20% FERMENTED IN OAK BARRELS.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's a very smart split.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stainless steel preserves:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFreshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCitrus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oak contributes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTexture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoundness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrioche.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen both components remain on their fine lees for around \u003cstrong\u003e10 months\u003c\/strong\u003e before blending and a final period in stainless steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo you get:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFreshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlus texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlus breadth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExactly what good Premier Cru Chablis should deliver. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose is immediately expressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCitrus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh orchard notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen underneath:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrioche.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubtle richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate opens round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmooth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen the structure builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNothing heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNothing clumsy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust a beautifully composed Premier Cru.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCITRUS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBRIOCHE.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMINERALITY.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eROUNDNESS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBALANCE.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFULLNESS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLENGTH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is classic Montmains. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWHY YOU'LL LOVE IT\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChablis Premier Cru\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMontmains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Chardonnay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeft-bank Premier Cru\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoutheast-facing slopes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep calcareous clay soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKimmeridgian subsoil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e80% stainless-steel fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20% oak fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 10 months on fine lees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinal blending and maturation in stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCitrus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLemon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrioche\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMineral freshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRounded palate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood fullness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic Chablis style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal with seafood or white meats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe 10–12°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCellaring potential up to around five years \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is classic Chablis territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOysters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScallops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKing George whiting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrilled snapper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLobster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrawns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeafood pasta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFish with beurre blanc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoast chicken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite meat in cream sauce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGoat’s cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComté.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd because there’s 20% oak in the mix, this has enough breadth to handle richer dishes than a completely unoaked Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e👉 \u003cstrong\u003eMONTMAINS. PREMIER CRU. KIMMERIDGIAN. 80% STEEL. 20% OAK.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCitrus. Brioche. Mineral freshness. Length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is seriously smart Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSearching for Premier Cru Chablis? The 2024 Pascal Bouchard Chablis 1er Cru Montmains is a 100% Chardonnay from southeast-facing slopes on deep calcareous clay over Kimmeridgian subsoil. Fermented 80% in stainless steel and 20% in oak before around 10 months on fine lees, it combines expressive citrus, subtle brioche, mineral freshness, rounded texture and excellent length.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pascal Bouchard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52479290736942,"sku":null,"price":105.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5010\/5134\/files\/2024PascalBouchardChablis1erCruMontmains.png?v=1787708198"},{"product_id":"drouhin-vaudon-reserve-de-vaudon-chablis-2023","title":"2023 Drouhin-Vaudon Réserve de Vaudon Chablis | Estate-Grown Chablis","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🔥 NOT THE STANDARD CHABLIS — THIS IS 100% DROUHIN ESTATE FRUIT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExclusively From Drouhin Family-Owned Vineyards, Between Montee De Tonnerre And Mont De Milieu. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is Chablis with extra pedigree.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis is where Drouhin’s Chablis story gets more serious.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard Chablis is excellent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut \u003cstrong\u003eRéserve de Vaudon\u003c\/strong\u003e has an important difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit comes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEXCLUSIVELY FROM DROUHIN FAMILY-OWNED VINEYARDS.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd those vineyards are mainly situated in the \u003cstrong\u003eVauvillien Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e, between two famous Chablis hills:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMONTÉE DE TONNERRE.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMONT DE MILIEU.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is seriously interesting real estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2023 Drouhin-Vaudon Réserve de Vaudon Chablis\u003c\/strong\u003e is everything you want from classic Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCitrus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubtle marine character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSalinity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd absolutely no need for oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Chardonnay stripped back to vineyard and terroir. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDROUHIN-VAUDON\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrouhin-Vaudon is the Chablis estate of \u003cstrong\u003eMaison Joseph Drouhin\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the Drouhin family was one of the major Burgundy names to recognise Chablis’ potential when the region was struggling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the 1960s, Robert Drouhin began investing in vineyards there and helped restore important sites to serious wine production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday the family farms a substantial estate with a long-established focus on organic and biodynamic practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd Réserve de Vaudon is a particularly important bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause unlike the standard Drouhin Chablis, which can include purchased fruit and must, \u003cstrong\u003eRéserve de Vaudon comes only from Drouhin family properties\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eVALLÉE DE VAUVILLIEN\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the detail I’d really sell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyards are mainly in the \u003cstrong\u003eVauvillien Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd where is that?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBetween:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMONTÉE DE TONNERRE.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMONT DE MILIEU.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo highly regarded Chablis sectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe valley is described by Drouhin as a corridor of vines nestled beneath steep slopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd scattered through the soils are the famous fossil-rich stones that define the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat gives Réserve de Vaudon a very strong sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot generic Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot anonymous regional fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstate vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecific valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecific terroir. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eKIMMERIDGIAN LIMESTONE\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the geological backbone of Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKIMMERIDGIAN LIMESTONE.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimestone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAncient marine fossils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrouhin specifically highlights the fossil-rich limestone as one of the key elements behind Chablis’ distinctive character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd that influence comes through here as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaline character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFreshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCitrus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is why Chablis doesn’t taste like generic Chardonnay. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTHE WINEMAKING\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is pure, restrained Chablis winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are slowly pressed as \u003cstrong\u003ewhole bunches\u003c\/strong\u003e in a pneumatic press.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe final press juice is separated from the free-run juice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen fermentation takes place in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTAINLESS STEEL.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd élevage?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgain:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTAINLESS STEEL.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7 TO 10 MONTHS.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo toast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo buttery barrel character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSalinity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTerroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExactly what you want from Chablis. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour is bright.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOften with subtle green reflections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen the aromatics arrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCitrus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen something distinctly Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost iodine-like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is energetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVigorous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut not hard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere’s softness underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd enough breadth from the warm 2023 vintage to make the wine especially appealing now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLEMON.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCITRUS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFERN.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSALINITY.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMINERALITY.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFRESHNESS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFINESSE.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBALANCE.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is elegant Chablis. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e2023 — RIPE, GENEROUS, STILL FRESH\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2023 was one of the warmest years Burgundy has seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven warmer than 2022.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut Drouhin reports that the fruit reached \u003cstrong\u003eperfect maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd importantly, the wines retained:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFreshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTerroir identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vintage brings more:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYellow fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmplitude.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenerosity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut without losing the mineral edge that makes Chablis Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat makes 2023 particularly attractive if you want a Chablis that is enjoyable young without sacrificing structure. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWHY YOU'LL LOVE IT\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrouhin-Vaudon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaison Joseph Drouhin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRéserve de Vaudon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChablis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Chardonnay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExclusively Drouhin family-owned vineyards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMainly from the Vauvillien Valley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBetween Montée de Tonnerre and Mont de Milieu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKimmeridgian limestone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarine fossils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole-bunch pressed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePneumatic pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless-steel fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7–10 months in stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLemon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCitrus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaline notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMineral character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVigorous freshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElegant style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrganic viticulture across the estate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBiodynamic practices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptimal drinking 2–6 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAgeing potential around 8 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe around 12–13°C \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis screams seafood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh oysters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScallops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrawns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKing George whiting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrilled snapper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLobster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSushi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSashimi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGoat’s cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh salads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShellfish pasta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOr keep it beautifully simple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOYSTERS + RÉSERVE DE VAUDON.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e👉 \u003cstrong\u003eESTATE-GROWN CHABLIS. KIMMERIDGIAN. NO OAK. VALLÉE DE VAUVILLIEN.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemon. Salinity. Minerality. Finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Chablis with extra pedigree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSearching for premium Chablis? The 2023 Drouhin-Vaudon Réserve de Vaudon Chablis is an estate-grown 100% Chardonnay sourced exclusively from Drouhin family vineyards, mainly in the Vauvillien Valley between Montée de Tonnerre and Mont de Milieu. 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