Louis Michel Chablis 1er Cru Butteaux Vieilles Vignes

Francia / Borgoña / Chablis

Medium-bodied dry white made from grapes grown on old vines in the highest climat of the Montmains hill. Southwestern exposure at 240 meters above sea level. Clay-limestone "Kimmeridgian" soil with white clay and small limestone pebbles. Presently under conversion to organic cultivation.
13% vol.

Appellation: Chablis Primer Cru

Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay

Winemaking: Spontaneous fermentation with only native yeasts at low temperatures, then maturing in stainless steel for 12 months on its fine lees.

Awards: Wine Advocate: 93+
Revue du Vin de France: 92 points
Allen Meadow: 90-93 points
Jasper Morris [Inside Burgundy]: 92-94 points

Tasting Notes: Best enjoyed: 2025 to 2030.

Presentation: Cardboard box of 6 bottles
Availability: Limited. Only 250 boxes produced.

What do the experts say?

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Wine Advocate: “This wine exhibits aromas of pear, white flowers, freshly baked bread, confit citrus and iodine, it's medium to full-bodied, satiny and layered, with terrific depth and tension. It's a close race between this and Michel's Vaulorent this year.”

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