Chardonnay 100%
34 hectares are classified under the Premier Cru Fourchaume appellation.
Located in the commune of La Chapelle- Vaulpelteigne, just to the north of the hillside containing all of the Grands Crus, this is a jewel among the Premiers Crus. Due to its international reputation, the wines from the subparcels is often sold under the Fourchaume name. In fact, Fourchaume is one of the “Climats porte drapeau” (flag-bearer climates) grouping together those of L’Homme Mort, Vaulorent, Côte de Fontenay and Vaupulent.
The slope is regular with south-western exposure, and is located in the valley of Fontenay-près-Chablis to the northeast of Chablis. Gentle slopes overlying Kimmeridgian marls.
Pale gold in colour with open nose reminiscent of fruit, almond, butter and fresh liquorice. on palate its shows round, dense, and buttery on the palate with flavours of citrus marmalade and toasted almond. well goes with fish and shellfish as well as with white meats.
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