Petit Chablis
The vintage
2024 was a vintage that left a lasting impression. After a particularly mild February, March continued to be mild with very wet conditions. April brought two nights of frost and a first episode of hail, which was not serious. A very heavy hailstorm struck the Chablis vineyards on 1 May, severely affecting the left bank. May and June saw very fluctuating temperatures, which slowed down flowering, while alternating rain and thunderstorms led to high mildew pressure. Hail struck again at the end of July, giving way to a drier and warmer August. September began mildly, allowing the grapes to ripen. The harvest began on 20 September in good conditions. The quality was there, but this succession of climatic hazards had a significant impact on volumes.
Location
The Petit Chablis appellation allows for a first step into the world of great Chablis wines. The subsoil, Portlandian, is somewhat different from the other Chablis appellations. However, it retains the Chablisien style with great and beautiful freshness on the palate.
Terroir
The soils of the vineyard are a mix of pebbles and hard limestones with a clayey-silty material.
Winemaking
Application of the principle of gravity to avoid any pumping, which could alter the quality of the wine. Short pneumatic pressing (1.5 to 2 hours) for a gentle separation between the solid and liquid parts of the grapes. Very light static racking to retain enough fine lees for the alcoholic and malolactic fermentations to occur naturally. Aging for 8 to 10 months in small stainless steel tanks to maintain freshness.
Tasting
The bouquet is distinguished by great freshness, revealing fruity, floral, and mineral notes. A light and lively wine.
Alcohol content
12
Grapes
Chardonnay
: 100 %