Joseph Drouhin
Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses 2022
| Denomination | AOC Chablis Grand Cru |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Area | Burgundy (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Aging | Aged for 12-15 months in used oak barrels |
- Grand Cru territory: Les Preuses, Kimmeridgian limestone soil with chalky and saline minerality
- Vinification: mainly stainless steel, 12-15 months in used oak, 13% alcohol
- Aromas: white flowers, citrus, stone fruit and flint, with a slight smoky note
- Palate: dry and rounded, medium-bodied, pronounced savouriness and a long, clean finish
- Serving and pairings: 10-12°C with shellfish, lean fish, poultry and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses by Joseph Drouhin is a white wine from the Chablis Grand Cru appellation in Burgundy, made from Chardonnay grapes. It presents an aromatic profile of white flowers, citrus zest and flint, combined with a dry, medium-bodied palate and a distinct chalky minerality. Vinified mainly in stainless steel and aged in used oak barrels, it offers a rounded and complex sip. Its elegant structure pairs perfectly with shellfish, lean fish, poultry and cheese.
Where it comes from
This wine originates from the Les Preuses climat, located within the Chablis Grand Cru in Burgundy. The plot, situated on the right bank of the Serein river, stretches across a gentle slope facing south-west. The soil is characterised by the renowned Kimmeridgian limestone, a geological matrix rich in marine fossils that imparts its typical savoury note to the glass. The vineyard is managed according to strict biodynamic and organic principles, with the aim of preserving soil vitality and conveying the most authentic identity of the terroir into the wine.
How it is produced
Harvesting is carried out by hand to ensure careful selection of the bunches. In the winery, a slow whole-bunch pressing is performed, carefully separating the free-run must. After a light static settling, vinification takes place in stainless steel tanks, followed by ageing for 12-15 months in used oak barrels. The choice to avoid new wood allows the varietal characteristics of the grape to be fully respected. Every oenological decision is guided by constant tastings, aimed at maintaining an elegant, precise and pure aromatic profile.
History and Curiosities
The Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses 2022 by Joseph Drouhin originates from a south-west facing slope along the Serein river. This rare plot is rooted in Kimmeridgian limestone soil rich in marine fossils, which imparts the wine with its iconic chalky minerality. The result of a rigorous biodynamic approach, this extraordinary Chardonnay expresses a vibrant elegance, awarded 94 points by James Suckling. Expert maturation in wood enhances its layered structure, delivering a savoury, persistent finish of absolute purity.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
10 - 12 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1880
- Hectares: 73
His son Maurice succeeded him and began to establish a vineyard domaine for the House, purchasing land in some outstanding appellations such as Clos des Mouches and Clos de Vougeot.
Robert Drouhin, who succeeded Maurice in 1957, gave the domaine its present dimension, acquiring many vineyards, especially in Chablis where he was able to recognize the true potential. He was one of the first in Burgundy to introduce "culture raisonnée" (doing away with pesticides and other chemicals) and to build a laboratory of enology run by Laurence Jobard, the very first woman enologist in Burgundy.
Philippe, Véronique, Laurent and Frédéric are Robert and Françoise Drouhin's four children. They uphold the values of the House and its constant quest for quality, for the pleasure of all those who have a deep appreciation for the natural elegance of Burgundy. Read more
| Name | Joseph Drouhin Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still |
| Denomination | Chablis AOC |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | France |
| Region | Burgundy |
| Vendor | Joseph Drouhin |
| Story | History and Curiosities The Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses 2022 by Joseph Drouhin originates from a south-west facing slope along the Serein river. This rare plot is rooted in Kimmeridgian limestone soil rich in marine fossils, which imparts the wine with its iconic chalky minerality. The result of a rigorous biodynamic approach, this extraordinary Chardonnay expresses a vibrant elegance, awarded 94 points by James Suckling. Expert maturation in wood enhances its layered structure, delivering a savoury, persistent finish of absolute purity. |
| Origin | Climat Les Preuses, on the right bank of the Serein river (Chablis Grand Cru, Burgundy, France) |
| Soil composition | Kimmeridgian limestone rich in marine fossils |
| Production technique | Vinification mainly in stainless steel; ageing for 12–15 months in used oak barrels |
| Wine making | Vinification predominantly in stainless steel; ageing for 12 5 months in used oak barrels |
| Aging | Aged for 12 5 months in used oak barrels |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |