COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Domaine de Oliveira Lecestre
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Chablis Premier Cru Fourchaume from Domaine de Oliveira Lecestre is a white wine from the Chablis sub-region of Burgundy, France, made from 100% Chardonnay. The Fourchaume vineyard's west-facing slopes and Kimmeridgian limestone soil are integral to its character. The estate, founded in 1955, is a family-run operation now in its third generation, cultivating around 48 hectares with a focus on high-quality Chablis production.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€32
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-14°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Fourchaume vineyards benefit from west-facing slopes for optimal sun exposure.
Fact 02
The soil is primarily Kimmeridgian limestone, a key contributor to Chablis minerality.
Fact 03
Domaine de Oliveira Lecestre has been managed by three generations of the same family.
Fact 04
This wine is made from 100% Chardonnay grapes.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for this Chablis Premier Cru Fourchaume involves traditional methods. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, with malolactic fermentation being a common practice. Aging is typically for 10-12 months in stainless steel, though some producers may use oak barrels. Harvest methods may include mechanical means.
