COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Domaine Louis Moreau
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Domaine Louis Moreau Petit Chablis 2023 is a white wine from the Chablis region of Burgundy, France, made from 100% Chardonnay. The Petit Chablis appellation's vineyards are located on the plateau, characterized by Portlandian limestone soils. Domaine Louis Moreau is a family estate with a long history in Chablis, with the current generation focusing on expressing the clarity of site and terroir through minimal intervention. This wine is known for its purity and approachable character, reflecting its specific vineyard origins.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€17
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are farmed using 'lutte raisonnée' (reasoned farming).
Fact 02
The soils are younger Portlandian limestone, distinct from other Chablis appellations.
Fact 03
No oak is used, preserving the wine's pure expression.
Fact 04
The estate has holdings in four of Chablis' seven Grand Cru climats.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Domaine Louis Moreau Petit Chablis 2023 involves fermentation in stainless steel tanks, often utilizing indigenous yeasts. A complete malolactic fermentation is conducted. The wine is subsequently aged on fine lees for a minimum of four months, with weekly pump-overs. No oak is used in the aging process for this appellation, with the goal of preserving the purity of the terroir. Grapes are machine-harvested at optimal maturity.
