Presentation
Presentation
"Les Vaucopins" is a Premier Cru in a class of its own among the wide range of Domaine Long-Depaquit's wines. Located on the right bank of the Serein river, this Climat is located in the commune of Chichée, 3 kms south-east of Chablis.
This terroir is remarkably similar to that of the Grand Crus: southern exposure, a steep slope and numerous Kimmeridgian outcrops, which give Chablis wines their typical minerality. This noble terroir along with frequently warm conditions yield classy Premier Cru wines with the same potential as the greatest Chablis.
This terroir is remarkably similar to that of the Grand Crus: southern exposure, a steep slope and numerous Kimmeridgian outcrops, which give Chablis wines their typical minerality. This noble terroir along with frequently warm conditions yield classy Premier Cru wines with the same potential as the greatest Chablis.
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Terroir
Predominantly limestone soil overlying subsoil composed of Kimmeridgian marls.
Winemaking
Handpiking, sorting of the grapes, gentle pressing so as to respect the fruit.
alcoholic fermentation and aging on fine lees: 85% in stainless steel vats and 15% in 1 to 4-year-old oak barrels for 10 months.
Finished aging in stainless steel vats for 2 months.
alcoholic fermentation and aging on fine lees: 85% in stainless steel vats and 15% in 1 to 4-year-old oak barrels for 10 months.
Finished aging in stainless steel vats for 2 months.
Varietal
Chardonnay
Specifications
Surface area of the vineyard : 12,84 ac
Age of vines : 30 years old
Advice
Serving
Serve between 11 and 13°C (52-55°F).
To taste when young or to keep 5 to 7 years and more.
To taste when young or to keep 5 to 7 years and more.
Tasting
The Vaucopins cuvée is the archetype of the minerality found in the wines of Chablis. A complex combination of fleshy fruit, notes of smoke and gunflint paired with a lively, vivacious structure. Highly concentrated flavours on the palate, which boasts exceptional length.
Food pairings
Fish and seafood, grilled or with sauce
Roasted or stewed poultry and white meats
Recipe suggestion: seared scallops with citrus butter
Roasted or stewed poultry and white meats
Recipe suggestion: seared scallops with citrus butter
Quotes
Decanter: 93/100 (2022)
James Suckling: 93/100 (2020)
Wine Enthusiast: 94/100 (2019)
James Suckling: 93/100 (2020)
Wine Enthusiast: 94/100 (2019)
