AOP Chablis
JF Protheau 2023

Jean-Francois Protheau
AOP Chablis

2020

Grape varieties
Chardonnay

Origin
Located in northern Burgundy near Auxerre, the Chablis vineyards are alongside a small river aptly named: the Serein (“Serene”).

Vinification
Traditional vinification: The grapes are pressed immediately upon arrival at the winery in pneumatic presses. Settling, cold storing for 48h.
Fermentation in stainless steel vats thermo-regulated at 16/20°C to preserve the aromas.
Ageing in stainless steel vats on total lies between 8 to 10 months with regular stirring to gain depth and complexity.

Soil
The Chablis region is a limestone plateau cut by valleys. The Premier Crus lie on a stratum dating from the Kimmeridgian (155 millions years BC) with alternating
marl and limestone and tiny deposits of oysters in the rock, reminiscent of the warm and shallow sea which then covered Burgundy.

Sensory characteristic
Colour: bright pale yellow in colour.
Nose: open nose of white fruits with a nice minerality offering complexity.
Palate: The palate is well-balanced and the finish is lemonflavoured and fresh.

Accords
Perfect with hot oysters or fish in sauce, but also with white meats in sauce (veal, poultry). Sushi pairs perfectly with its minerality. Goat cheese, Blue cheese and Comté.

Serving condition in C°: 10-11°C

Alcohol content: 12,5
Cellar potential: Drink within 2 years.
Acidity G/L: 0