- ABOUT THE ESTATE
Established in 1809, Cyril took over from his father Alain, in 2001. Father and son grew the estate to nearly 9 hectares and by making some important changes, have made it one of the finest references in Chablis. Cyril Gautheron is straight-forward and sincere, like his Chablis. The cuvée « Les Emeraudes » reflects the man who made it, breathtakingly open and direct. A Chablis village appellation that could easily be mistaken for a premier cru!
- VINIFICATION
HARVEST: Manual & hand sorted.
VINIFICATION: Traditional in thermoregulated tanks. Pneumatic pressing & static racking
MATURING: Stainless steel vats.
- VINEYARD
GRAPE VARIETAL: Chardonnay
EXPOSITION: North – North East
SOIL: Kimmeridgian
SURFACE: 0.5 hectares 1.5 acres
VINEYARD AVERAGE AGE: 15 – 55 years
PRODUCTION: 5000 bottles
- TASTING NOTES
TASTING NOTES: This Chablis is a balance between liveliness, maturity, and mellowness. The aromas develop notes which are purely floral. These give way gradually to peach and apricot and ends with dry citronella and a bit of fresh butter. The palate elegant fresh richness, leading to supple roundness. The finish is perfect combining superb acidity and tension making this an exceptionally harmonious wine.
FOOD & WINE PAIRING: It can be enjoyed young (2-3 years old) with fish or poultry terrines, or with grilled or poached fish. It also goes well with asparagus, which is normally difficult to match, as well as exotic cuisine: it can handle curries or tandoori dishes and it also balances out the mellow and subtle texture of sushi. Or you could simply drink it as a splendid pre-dinner drink.
It harmonizes well with goat cheeses, as well as Beaufort, Comté, or Emmental.
- TIPS
AGEING POTENTIAL : 3 to 5 years
SERVICE TEMPERATURE: 10° to 12° as an aperitif or 12° to 14° with a meal.
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