Christian Moreau Chablis Pere & Fils

Region

Chablis, Burgundy, France

Vintage:

2019

Producer:

Domaine Christian Moreau

Grapes:

Chardonnay

Wine Description:

These grapes come from 2 vineyards located in Fontenay Pres-Chablis and in Béru next to the village of Chablis. next to the village of Chablis. The soil is kimmeridgien calcareous clay which goes back to the upper Jurassic age (portlandien). With mostly fruit flavours, it will be perfect for an aperitif or with oysters , shelfish, or grilled fish.

Producer Description

Although their first commercial vintage was only in 2002, this is now one of the finest and most sought after domaines in Chablis.

They have 6 hectares of Chablis Grand Cru and 5 hectares of Chablis 1er Cru Vaillon. These are wonderfully sited vineyards which for generations have been the personal property of the Moreau family. The family now have no connection or contract with the large and respected négociant of the same name.

Christian, a larger-than-life personality, and his highly qualified oenologue son Fabien are making spectacular hand-crafted Chablis. All their grapes are handpicked from vines which average 40-70 years old.