Chablis Premier Cru Vaillons

Vinification.............. Harvested by hand, carried by small trailers which unload the grapes by vibration to avoid crushing, then we use a sorting table to eliminate unripe or damaged grapes. Pneumatic winepress. Cool racking. The winemaking and aging : 65% in stainless steel vats with temperature-controlled fermentation. 35% in barrels (90% in 1,2 and 3 years old barrels, 10% in new and 1 year old barrels) for a period of 6 months.

Our vineyard is located in the village of Chablis, in the very heart of the Chablis country, on the left bank of the Serein River, and benefit from a excellent south, south-east exposure. The soil is made up of kimmeridgien clay, a soil specific to the Chablis region. It is rich in fossil shells of a small oyster, Exogyra virgula, frequently found in the Chablis soil. Density plantation: 6500 vines/ha. Average age of the vines: 56 years.

Vinous Magazine - The Chablis Vaillons 1er Cru, blended from six parcels, is pure, focused and taut, all while expressing the natural richness of the year. Lemon confit, white flowers, white pepper, mint and a kiss of French oak add striking aromatic top notes to match the wine's linear, energetic feel. The Vaillons has a surprising amount of freshness and lift, with bright saline notes that extend the finish.