COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Domaine des Malandes
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Chablis Premier Cru Vau de Vey from Domaine des Malandes is a 2020 vintage Chardonnay from Burgundy, France. The wine originates from the Vau de Vey vineyard, a Premier Cru climat characterized by its steep, east-facing slopes and Kimmeridgian limestone soil. Domaine des Malandes is a family-owned estate with a history dating back to 1949, now managed by the third generation of winemakers. The estate is committed to organic farming practices. The 2020 vintage was influenced by early frost and beneficial late-season rains.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€40
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vau de Vey is a steep, east-facing Premier Cru vineyard.
Fact 02
Domaine des Malandes is certified organic.
Fact 03
The estate's vines in Vau de Vey were planted in 1967.
Fact 04
Kimmeridgian limestone soil is key to Chablis' minerality.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Domaine des Malandes Chablis Premier Cru Vau de Vey 2020 involves fermentation that can take place in stainless steel tanks or oak barrels, with maturation occurring in either tanks or barrels. The focus is on preserving the wine's freshness and minerality. The 2020 harvest commenced around August 31st and lasted for about nine days, with late-season rains contributing to grape balance. Domaine des Malandes is committed to certified organic farming practices.
