![]() ![]() Soils: Kimmeridgian marl (limestone-rich clay, formed 160 million years ago) found in the Grand Cru and Premier Cru AOCs, known for producing “the richest, fleshiest, most powerful, and longest-lived ” (source: “The Sommelier’s Atlas of Taste”).Vineyard Location: The vineyards located on sun facing slopes along the Serein River get the most heat and sunlight helping to ripen the grapes.The climate is semi-continental with Atlantic influences. Climate: Chablis lies near the world’s northern limit for successful viticulture. ![]() It is the unique terroir that makes Chablis unlike any other Chardonnay in the world. “Chablis is Chardonnay, but not every Chardonnay is Chablis” ~ Rosemary George, MW Map via What Makes Chablis unlike any other Chardonnay in the World I will be tasting Chablis with a few food and wine pairing suggestions. Don’t forget, the best way to explore, understand, and appreciate a wine region is to taste the wine. Join us on Twitter, Saturday, May 15th at 11:00 AM ET (using hashtags #winophiles & #purechablis) as we discover what makes this exclusively Chardonnay producing region unlike any other in the world. This month the French Winophiles explore the wine-growing region of Chablis located in Bourgogne (Burgundy). Chardonnay from Chablis is like no other in the world. Chablis is known for its pure varietal flavors, distinctive acidity, minerality, and citrus flavors. There are four levels of appellations representing a quality hierarchy based on soil and location, from the most esteemed Grand Cru, Premier Cru, Chablis, and Petit Chablis. The region produces only white wine made exclusively from the Chardonnay grape. The town of Chablis lies almost halfway between Paris and Beaune in the Serein River Valley. This post may contain affiliate links.Ĭhablis is the northern most major wine-growing region in Bourgogne (Burgundy). Disclosure: The wines were provided to me as media samples.
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