Chablis ‘Vieilles Vignes’

Winemaker

Olivier Tricon

Appellation

Burgundy

Varieties

Chardonnay

Viticulture

Sustainable viticulture, soon to be HVE3 certified. From ~6 ha of south/southeast, planted between 1972 and 1977. Mechanical Harvesting

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.

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Vineyard

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.

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

Features

Bottle, Cork

Available Sizes (L)

0.750