Presentation
Presentation
The “Les Lys” Premier Cru Climat is located on the left bank of the Serein river, overlooking the villages of Chablis and Milly.
Our plot is located mid-slope, at the heart of the appellation. Its atypical east-northeastern exposure plays an important role in the expression of this wine. This is a cool area where the grapes ripen gradually and slowly, yielding vivacious wines abounding with finesse.
Our plot is located mid-slope, at the heart of the appellation. Its atypical east-northeastern exposure plays an important role in the expression of this wine. This is a cool area where the grapes ripen gradually and slowly, yielding vivacious wines abounding with finesse.
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Terroir
Clayey soil with few pebbles overlying subsoil composed of Kimmeridgian marls.
Winemaking
Handpicking, sorting of the grapes, gentle pressing so as to respect the fruit.
Alcoholic fermentation and aging on fine lees in stainless steel vats for 11 to 12 months.
Alcoholic fermentation and aging on fine lees in stainless steel vats for 11 to 12 months.
Varietal
Chardonnay
Specifications
Surface area of the vineyard : 4,82 ac
Age of vines : 17 years old
Advice
Serving
Serve between 11 and 13°C (52-55°F).
To taste when young or to keep 5 to 7 years.
To taste when young or to keep 5 to 7 years.
Tasting
Delicate nose featuring aromas of white flowers and citrus fruit. Elegant, chiseled palate with a slight iodine profile that is typical of the appellation. Long finish with a hint of tang that makes for a lovely, bright wine.
Food pairings
Seafood: scallops, prawns
Raw, marinated or grilled fish
Recipe suggestion: tuna tartare
Raw, marinated or grilled fish
Recipe suggestion: tuna tartare
Quotes
Allen Meadows: 90/100 (2022)
Decanter: 91/100 (2021)
Tim Atkin: 93/100 (2020)
Decanter: 91/100 (2021)
Tim Atkin: 93/100 (2020)
