Chablis 1er Cru Montmains "les Butteaux"
chablis - burgundy, France
VARIETAL: 100% Chardonnay
VINEYARD: +40 years old vines in the Butteaux section of the Montmain Premier Cru climate. The vineyard (1,15 Ha) is located on the summit of a slope with exceptional draining and poor soils composed mainly of limestone, clay and marine fossils, as the area was a sea floor 150 million years ago. 45 Hl/ Ha.
FARMING: Sustainable.
WINEMAKING: Traditional fermentation with native yeast in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks for 11 months
PRODUCTION: 540-725 cases/year
TASTING NOTES: Pale yellow color with green reflections. Pure, exceptional mineral aromas of flint and chalk that develop and mellow into floral notes as the wine ages. Very long finish.