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The white wines of the Chablis appellations are the « favourite white wines of the French » according to … the Burgundy winegrowers of Chablis! And, nobody can deny that the AOC Chablis wins many medals and other awards year after year in the wine guides that will help you buy Chablis wines, such as the Hachette Wine Guide or the “Revue du Vin de France”.
Chablis wine is one of the many AOCs (Appellations d'origine contrôlée) in France. Having received several medals and distinctions, it is considered as one of the favourites of wine lovers. It is true that its taste and scents are enough to delight the most demanding!
The AOC Chablis is produced in the eponymous commune in the department of Yonne, in the Burgundy region. It extends over 17 communes, including Chablis, Béru, Fleys and Viviers.
The quality of Chablis wines comes from the region's soil and climate. The grape varieties are planted on a limestone plateau. This gives them a particular flavour. Thanks to the oceanic climate blowing over Auxerre, a town close to the vineyards, the grapes from the production area give an exceptional wine.
This AOC can be recognised by its discreet colour. It is distinguished by white-green or pale yellow shades with touches of emerald or grey. Very fine and very dry, this wine has mineral notes that can be detected on the palate and nose. Scents of grapefruit and green apple distinguish it from other similar wines.
To familiarize yourself with Chablis wine, visit the various estates in the vineyard. In particular, visit the domaine of Céline and Fréderic Gueguen located near the village of Chablis. The owners of the premises will share with you their techniques for obtaining this famous appellation. In Jean-Marc Brocard's vineyard, you will also learn more about grape growing and processing.
You should know that this appellation is obtained thanks to the Chardonnay grape variety. The producers pay a particular attention to it. Thus, to protect it from spring frosts, each one has its own technique. To keep it warm, some growers use heaters.
You will note that Chablis comes in different appellations: AOC Chablis, AOC Petit Chablis and Chablis Grand Cru, as well as Chablis Premier Cru.
Chablis Premier Cru is produced from grapes planted on the most exposed hillsides in the south and west of the wine-growing region. Chablis Grand Cru comes from grapes planted on the right bank of the Serein, across from the commune of Chablis.
The Petit Chablis appellation comes from grapes that grow on the terraces above the slopes. It is a primeur wine, lighter and more acidic than the AOC Chablis. It can be drunk in the year of its production or within 2 years.
By knowing these differences, you can be assured of a successful purchase of Chablis wine.
Now that the AOC Chablis has no more secrets for you, it is time to taste it. After you buy Chablis wines, choose the right recipes to enjoy them with. Here are a few ideas.
The particular acidity of this wine goes perfectly with seafood. You can therefore serve it with oysters or lobsters. But also with poultry in sauce or stir-fry or goat cheese.
You will also enjoy your Chablis wine with grilled andouillettes. The most greedy will be tempted by a mixture of salmon and sea bream drizzled with lemon and seasoned with dill. And if you like original dishes, enjoy your Chablis wine with garlic snails. You won't believe it!