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Jean-Paul & Benoit Droin - Chablis - Vallions - 1er Cru

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Tasting notes

Aromas of peach, apricot, honey, white flowers and iodine preface the 2019 Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons, a medium to full-bodied, satiny and charming wine that's the most demonstrative premier cru in the cellar this year.

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Provenance

Type
White
Country
France
Appellation
Chablis
Region
Burgundy
Style
Premier Cru

Technical

Serving
10° - 12° C

Food pairings

Key characteristics

About this wine

Jean-Paul & Benoit Droin - Chablis - Vaillons - 1er Cru

Experience the taste of true French elegance with Jean-Paul & Benoit Droin's Chablis Vaillons 1er Cru. This wine is a perfect representation of the Chablis region, known for producing some of the world's finest Chardonnays.

The wine has a bright, pale gold color with a fresh and crisp aroma of green apples, lemon zest, and a hint of minerality. On the palate, it is dry and refreshing with a lively acidity that balances the flavors of citrus and stone fruits. The finish is long and satisfying, leaving a pleasant aftertaste of minerals and a touch of salinity.

The Droin family has been producing wine in Chablis for over 400 years, and their expertise is evident in every bottle. The Vaillons 1er Cru is made from grapes grown on the steep slopes of the Vaillons vineyard, which is known for its unique terroir and produces wines with exceptional complexity and depth.

This wine is perfect for pairing with seafood, especially oysters, as well as light salads and creamy cheeses. It is best enjoyed chilled, and its crisp acidity makes it a refreshing choice for warm summer days.

Experience the taste of true French elegance with Jean-Paul & Benoit Droin's Chablis Vaillons 1er Cru.

Behind the bottle

Producer

Jean-Paul et Benoit Droin

Situated in the heart of Chablis on its unique sub-soil, the Domain manages 26 hectares of the loveliest terroirs spread over the four levels of appellation: Petit Chablis, Chablis, nine Premier Cru and five Grand Cru wines. The…

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Region

Burgundy

The French Wine region of Burgundy (aka “Bourgogne”) may be small in size, but its influence is huge in the world of vino. The complexity of Burgundy can cast fear into the heart of even a seasoned wine pro, but fear not, the…

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Appellation

Chablis

Chablis is a small appellation located in the northernmost part of Burgundy, in northwestern France. The region sits about 240 kilometers north of the rest of Burgundy's main production areas, positioned closer to Champagne than…

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