Petit Chablis

The vintage

After a cold winter, the vines remained at the woolly bud stage until the end of March. The mild temperatures that followed gradually triggered the vines’ awakening, with the first green tips appearing in the early days of April. By mid-April, the growing season was underway. Benefiting from very mild temperatures and rainfall, the vines continued to develop at an accelerated pace. The first flowers were observed in Viviers on May 20. With near-summer temperatures during the last weekend of May, flowering progressed well across all sectors, suggesting an early harvest. Flowering was completed about ten days later. With the heat and thunderstorms, the grape clusters grew rapidly. Cluster closure was observed in the final days of June. Early July was once again very hot, with some leaf scorch appearing. The rest of July saw more moderate temperatures and regular light rainfall, which supported continued healthy berry development. As of July 22, veraison was imminent. Vine health remained good, and dry conditions set in from the end of July. Ripening took place during another heatwave between August 10 and 18. The vines benefited from these high temperatures, accelerating the ripening process. The decision was made to begin the harvest on August 28, and it was completed on Friday, September 5.

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

Grapes

Chardonnay : 100 %

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