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Domaine Vauroux
Chablis ‘Vieilles Vignes’
France, Burgundy, Burgundy
White
Winery Overview
Domaine de Vauroux was created in 1956 by Olivier Tricon's family. Olivier’s father, Jean-Pierre, purchased the Vauroux grain farm in Chablis. He and Olivier’s uncle, Claude, planted their first vines on the land in 1972 (those vines today are the source for the Vieilles Vignes cuvee). They acquired more plots over time, eventually establishing an estate of over 32 acres. The priority shifted from grain farming to grape farming, and the winery was eventually passed down to Olivier.
Olivier started working on his father’s estate when he was very young. He studied viticulture and enology in Beaune and worked at estates within Côte de Beaune, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, and Madiran. He then returned to his family estate where he became the cellar master while simultaneously working as a wine broker. In 1998, he purchased Domaine de Vauroux from his family. Today the estate is 113 acres.
Olivier Tricon's aim is to guarantee the greatest aromatic elegance in his wines. He has acquired a functional and modern way of working. From the harvest through to the bottle, cleanliness is of utmost importance and is scrupulously ensured in order to offer the most gustatory precision to each cuvee.
The cuvée “Vieilles vignes” is produced from a single plot called “Les Pargues”, only the best vintages. Oriented south/South east, the vine grows on a deep soil and offers a small yield of high-quality Chardonnay.
Terroir
The 50 years old vine grows on Kimmeridgian soil. This unique soil in Chablis dates back to the late Jurassic period, approximately 150 million years ago. It is characterized by a distinctive blend of limestone, clay, and fossilized marine organisms, particularly small oyster shells called Exogyra virgula. The high limestone content contributes to the vibrant acidity, minerality and the characteristic flinty, steely notes that define Chablis wines. The clay adds depth and complexity, allowing the wines to age gracefully. Sustainably winegrowing, Olivier fertilizes only with his own compost. The team is working the soil and the vineyard respectfully to the environment.
Viticulture
Sustainable viticulture, soon to be HVE3 certified. From ~6 ha of south/southeast, planted between 1972 and 1977. Mechanical Harvesting
Vinification
This wine is only made in better vintages (e.g., 5 made between 2007 and 2017). Selected yeasts used. Fined with bentonite, lightly filtered. Total SO2 68mg/L
Aging
9 months in stainless steel tanks
Tasting Notes
Located on the Pargues plot, renowned for its quality, the vine draws its richness from deep soils. Hence all its aromatic complexity. Produced only in the best vintage. The nose offers some very elegant white flowers notes like lime blossom or acacia. The mouth is an expression of fresh almonds, dried fruits balanced with the freshness of a saline palate incredibly persistent. Pairs wonderfully with shellfish and fish.
