Maison Simonnet-Febvre, Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses 2019
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Chablis Grand Cru 'Les Preuses' 2019
Maison Simonnet-Febvre | Chablis, Burgundy
Appellation: Chablis Grand Cru
Grape Variety: Chardonnay
Alcohol: 13% ABV
The Story
Simonnet-Febvre remains one of the oldest and most traditional Chablis producers in the region.
The Preuses vines are located in the northern part of the Grand Cru area where the south-easterly aspect ensures morning sun. The available soil is shallow, producing a subtle and delicate wine with a light yellow colour.
Vineyard & Winemaking
Region: Chablis
Village: Chablis
Soil: Kimmeridgian clay and limestone
Average Vine Age: 50 years
Harvest: Hand picked
Yield: 54 hl/ha
Fermentation: Fermented 65% in stainless steel vats and 35% in 3-5 year-old oak barrels.
Ageing: 65% in steenless steel vats and 35% in 3-5 year-old oak barrels on fine lees for 18 months.
Tasting Notes
Colour: Light, yellow-gold hue.
Nose: Floral, smoky, and mineral aromas. With age, additional flinty notes emerge alongside hints of spice, pollen, and honey.
Palate: Marked by finesse, delicacy, and minerality. Gentle at first, then building in strength and persistence across the palate.
Finish: Elegant and structured, with a firm, mineral-driven persistence.
Food Pairing
Perfect with fish and poultry in white sauce, shellfish, and foie gras.
Cellaring & Service
Cellaring Potential: 10-12 years
Serving Temperature: 12-14°C
Allergens: This wine contains sulphites