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Perchaud Chablis 1er Cru Fourchaume
Corinne Perchaud
France - Burgundy - Chablis Premier Cru

Vineyards are located on gentle slopes enjoying a south western sun exposure, with a density of 5,500 vines/hectare. The owners take great care to produce exceptional Chablis wine by keeping the lively Chardonnay fruit and the unique mineral quality imparted by the Kimmeridgian soil, the fruity acidity and bouquet in perfect balance. The grapes are harvested by hand and gently pressed in a horizontal pressoir to ensure the fullest extraction and range of flavors and aromas.

Elegant citrus aromas. Concentrated and elegant, combining flavors of dried fruit and woody notes. Well-balanced, good minerality and a long and persistent finish.

Specifications
Appellation
Chablis Premier Cru
Wine Type
White
Varietal(s)
100% Chardonnay
Age of vines
35 years
Agricultural Practices
Sustainable
Soil type
Kimmeridgian - marl, clay & limestone
Vinification
Hand harvested & gently pressed. Fermentation in stainless steel. Long aging on the fine lees and ML in stainless steel. Use of S02; fining with bentonite, cold tararic stabilization, tangential filtration.
Pairings

Scallops Jacques cream, roast veal with oyster mushrooms.

Reviews and News

2010 Corinne Perchaud Chablis 1er Cru Fourchaume - 88 PTS - WE

2010 Corinne Perchaud Chablis 1er Cru Fourchaume - 88 PTS - WE

Wine Enthusiast 88 Pts

"This is a ripe wine, full of rich tropical fruits as well as the more typical Chablis acidity and steel. It feels broad, layering the crispness and citrus with a tangy texture. Keep this wine for at least a year."
- Wine Enthusiast (August 2013), 88 pts

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Producer Information: Corinne Perchaud

This estate is located in the village of Fleys, in the heart of the Chablis appellation. Corinne Perchaud and her husband Jean-Pierre Grossot represent the third generation of winemakers at ...
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