(Maison) Louis Jadot Chablis 1er Cru Fourchaume 2019 (6x75cl)
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Chablis is in the northern part of Burgundy, halfway between Dijon and Paris. The continental climate with cold winters, spring frosts and hot summers combine with the marly limestone soils, to mould the unique character of Chablis wines.
About 3,500 hectares are planted with 100% Chardonnay, where 1er Cru vineyards represent 20% of the total planted area.
Fourchaume is one of 40 Climats of Premiers Crus within Chablis, located just north of Chablis town, with south to south-west aspect.
After a soft pressing, part of the juice is fermented in wooden barrels of 406 litres produced by Louis Jadot’s cooperage Cadus. The other part is vinified and aged in stainless steel vats. Ageing usually lasts 13 to 15 months on fine lees before bottling.
Smells rather fatter than the ideal Chablis! Though on the very end there is a vestige of the nerve and thrilling acidity than should characterise great Chablis. Fairly open and a well-made drink but not the most typical.
Drinking Window: 2023 - 2030
The 2019 Chablis Fourchaume 1er Cru has an upfront, quite oaky bouquet that is attractive even if it feels a bit generic due to the wood. The slightly spicy palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, a dab of ginger, good depth and quite a complex finish. Give this 2–3 years in bottle to absorb the oak and you should have a fine Fourchaume.
Drinking Window: 2024 - 2038
Reviewer Name: Neal Martin
Review Date: 21st October 2021