La Chablisienne
Chablis 1er Cru L'Homme Mort
Bourgogne
- 100% Chardonnay
La Chablisienne
Bourgogne
| Vintage Wine Name | Chablis 1er Cru L'Homme Mort 2020 |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Wine Description | Premier (1er) Cru Chablis showcases the subtle differences in terroir - right-hand or left-hand banks of the Serein, grade and exposure - elevated Chablis with length, structure and ageability |
| Region | Bourgogne |
| Appellation | Chablis 1er Cru AOC |
| Varietal Composition | 100% Chardonnay |
| Vineyard Details | Kimmeridgian soil, with alternating marls and marl limestone along with deposits of fossilized oyster shells; average vine age is 25 years |
| Tasting notes | A fresh and floral nose with a touch of stone; taut and forward on the palate with fine precision and length |
| Pairing notes | Enjoy with seafood, poultry, salads and a variety of appetizers. |
| Alcohol % | 13 |
| Aging | 12 months on fine lees in a mix of stainless-steel tanks and oak barrels |
| Highest Score | 90+ Vinous |
|---|---|
| Highest Score Review Copy | The palate is well balanced with a lightly spiced entry, modest depth, a fine edgy acidity that lends frisson towards the finish… |
| Acclaim | 90+ Vinous |
| Feature Bullet 1 | Over a century of experience working with a mosaic of vineyards in Chablis |
| Feature Bullet 2 | Grower-owned by over 200 families |
| Feature Bullet 3 | Producing over 22% of all Chablis in the AOC guarantees quality and supply |
| Feature Bullet 4 | Style reflects terroir and vintage, delivering elegance, purity, minerality and ageability |
| Feature Bullet 5 | Environmental programs preserve vineyards and protect people across all winery functions |
| Winery | La Chablisienne |
|---|---|
| Winery Description | Established in 1923 with the goals of driving quality and innovation in the region, as well as bolstering the influence of its growers, today La Chablisienne spans over 200 winegrowing families and 1,200 hectares of superior vineyard holdings and is known for producing some of the top wines in Chablis. La Chablisienne farms a diverse array of vineyards across the four appellations – Grand Cru, 1er Cru, Chablis and Petit Chablis – so the wines truly represent the essence of each unique location. These elegant cuvées are known for their purity, energy and minerality. |
| Winemaker | Estelle Roy |
| Winemaker Bio | Estelle has been immersed in the gastronomic world with her family since her early childhood. The pleasure of eating and pairing food and wine from an early age has been a source of motivation for her professional pursuits. She obtained her national oenologist diploma (DNO) in Dijon and decided to specialize and refine her knowledge and expertise in the regions of Alsace, Beaujolais and Burgundy. Today her passion for winemaking starts in the vineyard, a bond strengthened by marriage as her husband is a winegrower. In May 2023, Estelle stepped in to the head winemaking role at La Chablisienne. Estelle strives to represent the best from each of the terroirs and to give a soul to each vintage. |