Chablis: Domaine Guitton Michel Premier Cru Montmains 2009
Description
A complex Grand Cru Chablis with from the celebrated Les Clos vineyard (just above the town of Chablis itself) that has a pale straw colour and delicate floral aromas leading to a classic ‘nervy’ palate of gun-flint mineral tastes over ripe orchard fruit underscored by a fine acidity and a long, dry, elegant finish.
- Style: White Wine, Dry (Sec), Medium-bodied
- Region: Burgundy, Chablis,
- Producer: Patrick Guitton
- Grape variety (Cépage): Chardonnay
- Wine pairing - drink with: Shellfish, Poultry
- Cellarage: Drinking beautifully now but will age gracefully for 5-10 years.
- Vinification: Fruit from the south facing, 50+ year old vines is hand harvested prior to pressing before being fermented in enamel vats. The wine is aged in three year old barrels and spends three months in oak.
- Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 12.5%
- Full Tasting Notes (PDF): Download
Chablis: Domaine Guitton Michel Premier Cru Montmains 2009
The Premier Cru 'Montmains' is weightier, more complex and age-worthy than the generic Chablis from Domaine Guitton Michel. It has attractive orchard flavours with minerally undertones and a long, elegant finish.