Albert Bichot Chablis Vaucopins 1st Cru 2022 x 6

CHABLIS PREMIER CRU "LES VAUCOPINS"
 DOMAINE LONG-DEPAQUIT
 PRESENTATION
 LOCATION
 Bourgogne
 VARIETAL
 Chardonnay
 TERROIR
 Predominantly limestone soil overlying subsoil composed
 of Kimmeridgian marls.
 Surface area of the vineyard : 12,84 ha
 Age of vines : 30 years old
 "Les Vaucopins" is a Premier Cru in a class of its own among the wide
 range of Domaine Long-Depaquit's wines. Located on the right bank of the
 Serein river, this Climat is located in the commune of Chichée, 3 kms
 south-east of Chablis.
 This terroir is remarkably similar to that of the Grand Crus: southern
 exposure, a steep slope and numerous Kimmeridgian outcrops, which give
 Chablis wines their typical minerality. This noble terroir along with
 frequently warm conditions yield classy Premier Cru wines with the same
 potential as the greatest Chablis.
 WINEMAKING/AGEING
 Handpiking, sorting of the grapes, gentle pressing so as to respect the
 fruit. 
alcoholic fermentation and aging on fine lees: 85% in stainless steel vats
 and 15% in 1 to 4-year-old oak barrels for 10 months.
 Finished aging in stainless steel vats for 2 months.
 TASTING
 The Vaucopins cuvée is the archetype of the minerality found in the wines
 of Chablis. A complex combination of fleshy fruit, notes of smoke and
 gunflint paired with a lively, vivacious structure. Highly concentrated
 flavours on the palate, which boasts exceptional length.  
SERVING
 Serve between 11 and 13°C (52-55°F).
 To taste when young or to keep 5 to 7 years and more.
 FOOD PAIRINGS
 Fish and seafood, grilled or with sauce 
Roasted or stewed poultry and white meats
 Recipe suggestion: seared scallops with citrus butter
 QUOTES
 Tim Atkin: 93/100 (2023)
 Decanter: 93/100 (2022)
 James Suckling: 93/100 (2020)