COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Domaine Laroche
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine Laroche Chablis Premier Cru Les Beauroys 2021 originates from the esteemed Les Beauroys vineyard, located on the Kimmeridgian limestone foothills of the Serein valley in Burgundy's Chablis region. This Premier Cru appellation is known for its characteristic richness. Domaine Laroche, with winemaking traditions tracing back to the Middle Ages, is a significant landowner in Chablis, committed to ecological balance and expressing the unique qualities of each terroir. The 2021 vintage was characterized by a late harvest, contributing to the wine's specific profile.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Les Beauroys is one of Chablis' most charming Premier Crus.
Fact 02
The vineyard sits on Kimmeridgian limestone, the same soil as Grand Cru sites.
Fact 03
Domaine Laroche's history dates back to the Middle Ages.
Fact 04
The 2021 harvest was later than usual, starting in late September.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Domaine Laroche Chablis Premier Cru Les Beauroys 2021 begins with gentle pressing to extract the press core. Fermentation takes place in both oak casks and stainless steel tanks, followed by malolactic fermentation. The wine is aged for 12 months, with half in French oak barrels and the other half in stainless steel tanks. It then undergoes aging on its fine lees in these vessels for an additional period. The harvest for the 2021 vintage was carried out by hand and began on September 21st.
