J. Moreau & Fils Chablis Premier Cru is a premium white wine from France crafted from old vines grown on Kimmeridgian limestone soils. Extended aging on lees imparts a round texture with saline and mineral notes typical of this famous terroir. Serve chilled with shellfish or grilled fish to fully appreciate its complexity.
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White Wine. Suitable for vegans. Vieilles Vignes. This cuvée is made from very old vines grown on the limestone soils of the ancient slopes of Chablis the roots weave across age-old cracks in the subsoil and are perfectly resistant to climatic hazards to ensure optimal maturation of the grapes. Long aging on lees brings roundness and complexity to this Premier Cru with saline and mineral notes characteristic of its terroir.
A deep knowledge of the soils and subsoils of Chablis allows J. Moreau & Fils to identify the shade and character in each terroir revealed with every new vintage.
| Dietary Information | Suitable for Vegans |
|---|---|
| Allergy Advice | Contains Sulphites |
| Country of Origin | France |
| Packaging | Glass Bottle |
| Alcohol by volume | 13% |
| Alcoholic content | 9.8 units |
| Grape variety | Chardonnay |
| Producer | Boisset |
| Winemaker | Depuydt Lucie |
| Wine colour | White |
| Type of closure | Plant Based Cork |
| Storage instructions | To enjoy this wine at its best, drink within of purchase.7 years |
History: Since its foundation in 1814 the story of J. MOREAU & Fils, one of the oldest houses in Chablis, has expanded its global reputation whilst retaining its values and commitment to quality through the centuries. A deep knowledge of the soils and subsoils in Chablis allows J.MOREAU & Fils to identify the shade and character in each terroir to reveal all the richness and complexity with each new vintage.
Regional information: This vineyard is on the southeast and southwest coasts, benefiting from a maritime climate that moderates temperature and enhances acidity in the grapes. Known for distinct minerality, wines from this region often grow in calcareous and Kimmeridgian soils, imparting a fresh, crisp profile with complex, stony notes. The region's cool climate, combined with varied sun exposure, allows for slow ripening, resulting in balanced wines with bright acidity and subtle fruit character.
Vinification: The vineyard, located on the southeast and southwest coasts,has 40-year-old vines in Chablis 1er Cru.With calcosol and colluviosol over Kimmeridgian subsoil,it enjoys a cool climate.Harvest took place from 4-10 Sept 2022 by hand and machine. Fermentation was 12 days at 20°C in stainless steel tanks,followed by natural malolactic fermentation.Maturation was 30% in oak barrels (20% new French oak, 80% aged)and 70% in stainless steel,with bentonite clarification, cross-flow filtration, and CMC stabilization.
