COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
GAEC des Vins Vieux José Rodrigues & Fils
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
GAEC des Vins Vieux José Rodrigues & Fils is a family-run estate located in the heart of the Chablis region in Burgundy. This Petit Chablis represents the classic expression of Chardonnay grown on Portlandian limestone soils, which lie just above the Kimmeridgian slopes of Chablis. The Rodrigues family focuses on traditional viticulture, capturing the crisp, mineral-driven essence of the terroir. The 2023 vintage benefited from a warm growing season, yielding a wine with vibrant energy and classic cool-climate purity.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€18
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The estate is managed by the Rodrigues family, who combine Portuguese heritage with traditional Burgundian winemaking expertise.
Fact 02
Petit Chablis is grown on Portlandian limestone soils, which are younger and contain less clay than the Kimmeridgian soils of Chablis AOC.
Fact 03
The 2023 vintage in Burgundy was marked by a generous harvest, delivering excellent balance between ripe fruit and classic freshness.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for this Petit Chablis emphasizes freshness and purity of fruit. Grapes are harvested at optimal maturity and gently pressed. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats to preserve the delicate primary aromas and high natural acidity. The wine undergoes malolactic fermentation to soften the sharp malic acidity, followed by a short aging period on fine lees in stainless steel before filtration and bottling. No oak is used.
