Chablis Wine
Discover the French Wine Region of Chablis
Chablis Wine comes from the small town of Chablis, which is found half way between Paris and Dijon. Technically classified as a wine from Burgundy, Chablis wine is made from Chardonnay in accordance with Burgundy appellation laws, despite it being situated around 100km from the north of its parent region. What makes the Chardonnay grape particularly unique in Chablis wine is that the terroir is based upon Kimmeridgian limestone, giving the Chardonnay its instantly recognisable steely and flinty finish. The range of Chablis wine on offer is mirrored through its classification system:
- Petit Chablis is the entry level wine that is to be drunk in its youth.
- Chablis is the second tier which are grown in parcels surrounding the village.
- Chablis Premier Cru represent the pockets of initmate production that display optimum growing conditions for Chardonnay, often on south facing slopes.
- Finally Chablis Grand Cru grown on the south facing slopes found directly to the north of the village, producing prized that are valued the world over and are meant for laying down.
What to look for in a Chablis Wine
The characteristics expected of a good Chablis wine are to be found in its structure, given by the terroir, and in its palate from which should should experience a lively yet bone-dry sensation complimenting a lingering flavour of apples. To truly understand a Chablis wine you should experiment and try all those on offer across the range of classifications and locations.
