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2013 Louis Michel Chablis Grand Cru Grenouilles
Louis Michel
Located on top of the best-renowned hillside of the Chablis Grand Crus, and planted in 1958, our parcel of 50 ares (1.2 acres) produces a complex and powerful wine.
Terroir:
Kimmeridgian. Limestone pebbles encased in a clay texture, marl with oyster fossils. Relatively deep soil.
Grape & Vine:
100% Chardonnay. Vines aged about 55 years.
Vinification:
Long fermentation using natural yeast, in temperature-regulated tank. Spontaneous malolactic fermentation.
Maturation:
On fine lees for at least 16 months, only in stainless steel tanks and with as little manipulation as possible. Long stabilisation at controlled, low temperatures. Fining if necessary using bentonite. One light filtration is performed before bottling at the winery.
July, 2014
Vinous Media
89-92 points
Rather exotic aromas of yellow peach, mango, menthol and spices. Rich, broad and tactile, but with nicely integrated acidity (actually the highest of these 2013s, along with Les Clos, at 4g/L) leavening the wine's fat and sweetness. Nicely balanced wine from 50-year-old vines.
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