La Belle Citadelle Petit Chablis

Petit Chablis 100% Chardonnay Region: Burgundy ESTATE HISTORY La Belle Citadelle was created to bring a feel of the past into our homes by bringing wines that truly represent their authentic origin and terroir. Their styles have been carefully crafted to provide enjoyment and pleasure while respecting the true characteristics of each varietal. More importantly a style that integrates its origin and its purpose: The desire to over deliver, surpass expectations and fully satisfy the person who is discovering the wine for the first time... La Belle Citadelle emulates the creation of a work of art. This is a labor of love, and sharing this passion with others was the driving force behind the project.Our work was quickly noticed, and The Sunset International Wine Challenge (2017) awarded medals to all of our first vintages. Guy Azera TERROIR Portland limestone marl soil. Continental climate with a hot and dry month of July. Situated in the department of Yonne, the Chablis vineyard spreads along the Serein River. The terroirs of the Petit Chablis appellation are located on the higher slopes or the beginnings of the plateau. They are made up of hard, brown limestone, or sometimes silty, sandy soils, in general at an elevation of between 230 and 280 meters, with varied orientation. VITICULTURE Sustainable farming WINEMAKING Strict sorting of the grapes. Pressing in a pneumatic wine-press, with a very low pressure to avoid any risk of alteration. Then, a static must settling at cold temperature during 24 to 48 hours. Fermentation in stainless steel tank under temperature controlled. Then, ageing on fine lees for 12 to 14 months. TASTING & FOOD PAIRINGS Colour: Pale gold colour. Nose : Citrus notes (lemon, grapefruit) on a mineral background (flint). Palate: Frank and fresh attack, nice aromatic finish. Great with seafood, grilled or tartare fish, snails or goat cheeses. Service temperature: 10 to 12°C