COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
François Martenot
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
François Martenot Petit Chablis Les Ammonites is a dry white wine from the Chablis appellation in Burgundy, France, made from 100% Chardonnay. The 'Les Ammonites' cuvée highlights the distinctive terroir of Petit Chablis, with grapes often sourced from vineyards along the Serene River. The region's soil composition, characterized by Portlandian clay-limestone and Kimmeridgian limestone rich in fossils, plays a crucial role in shaping the wine's identity. Maison François Martenot, with its generational expertise, follows a winemaking philosophy focused on minimal intervention to preserve the authentic characteristics of the land. The 2023 vintage experienced varied weather conditions, resulting in a harvest of good quality and volume.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€19
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named after ancient sea fossils found in the soil.
Fact 02
Petit Chablis soils are often Portlandian clay-limestone.
Fact 03
Chablis is Burgundy's northernmost wine region.
Fact 04
The Serene River influences vineyard locations.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for François Martenot Petit Chablis Les Ammonites emphasizes preserving the purity and minerality of the Chardonnay grape. Grapes are typically fermented in stainless steel tanks, a technique that retains the wine's fresh fruit aromas and crisp acidity. Aging also takes place in stainless steel to maintain this vibrant character. The producer's philosophy leans towards minimal intervention, utilizing gravity in the cellar to handle the wine gently. This approach aims to showcase the distinct characteristics imparted by the Chablis terroir, particularly the influence of its unique soil composition.
