Varietal
100% Chardonnay.
Tasting notes
Pale gold in colour.
An intense, powerful bouquet showing peaches and bergamote aromas with grilled almonds notes.
In the mouth, the wine is ample and powerful, with notes of dried fruits, spices and citrus.
Food and wine pairing
Perfect with oysters, seafood or fish, as well as grilled meats.
Serving suggestions
Serve ideally at around 14°C / 57°F.
Ageing potential
Already very pleasant, it will express its full potential up to 4 to 6 years after its vintage.
Origin
The 27 hectares of Vaucoupin’s vines are located on the right bank of the Serein river in the commune of Chichée.
As for the history, the name Vaucoupin could refer to the structure of the vineyard itself. It could mean that the valley used to covered with woods that were cut at a time or shared between several different owners. It might also refer a former owner, named Coupin.
Our cuvée comes from grapes harvested on very old vines with roots burrowing deeply into the stony, clay and limestone soils.
Vinification and maturing
The grapes were brought to the winery and pressed delicately in a pneumatic press. The must was then cooled down and left to settle, in order to get rid of the roughest lees. The alcoholic fermentation was lead in temperature-controled stainless steel vats at a temperature between 18° and 20°C (64°-68°F) in order to keep as much fruit as possible in the wine. The malolactic fermentation was completed in order to mellow its aromas and get less acidity. Then, the wine was aged on its lees for 18 months with regular pumping over. A small part of the wine (15%) was aged in oak barrels, all of them having already received 1 or 2 vintages to age, so that the oak will leave a discreet imprint on the wine.
Vintage : 2022
In spite of the harsh spring frosts, the vines recovered very well and the grapes emerged in abundance. The lack of water was very troubling but a few showers on 15 August triggered the ripening process. The harvest was running from 1 September to 22 September. The vines' condition was ideal. Only a few scorch marks were visible following the hot weather. A very good harvest, in terms of quality and quantity, for all the Chablis appellations, with very interesting balances.
Awards
Vert de Vin Magazine - 14,75+/ 20 (89/100) - September 2024
Vinous - Antonio Galloni - 92 pts - August 2024