Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay

Growing Region: Chablis, France

Chief Winemaker: Denis de la Bourdonnaye

TASTING NOTE:
Both Michel Laroche owner and Denis the chief winemaker aim to work in tune with nature, encouraging low yields and use gentle viticulture to produce ripe fruit, typical of the vineyards origin. The gentlest possible methods are used in the winery to protect this natural personality. Each wine as with this one - are a pure expression of its specific vineyard area and of outstanding quality.

After gentle fermentation and 4 to 6 months on lees in stainless steel tank, this wine underwent 100% malolactic fermentation, and then had minimal filtration to preserve the maximum inherent character of the wine.

As part of their aim to retain purity and minerality in the finished wine, Laroche was the first Burgundian producer to move to screw-caps in 2002. So don't be surprised when you find that you only have to twist to enjoy this classic wine.

In the glass this Chablis shows a bright yellow colour. Precise fresh pears and apple fruit dominate the nose, with hints of mineral notes and white honey in behind. The palate is medium to full; with a complex mix of those pears, honey and citrus fruits, and excellent balancing acidity that gives the wine an elegant persistent finish. Serve at 8C.

CELLARING POTENTIAL:
Drinking perfectly well this coming summer; and will age nicely for another 4-5 years.

SUGGESTED FOOD MATCHES:
Perfect wine match with oysters, shellfish, any firm white fish and a fresh green salad, enjoy.

Guaranteed to bring a smile to your taste-buds.