J Moreau Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos

The first vines were planted on the Grand Cru hillside in Roman times, but it was only in 1938 that their exceptional quality was ratified by decree. 111 hectares stretching out in a crescent shape across the right bank of the River Serein benefit from southern/south-western exposure for optimal sunshine and are entitled to the Chablis Grand Cru appellation. In all likelihood it is in Les Clos that Chablis viticulture began. At 24.75 hectares it is the largest of the seven prestigious Grands Crus. It is also the most homogenous, benefiting from a regular geological slope with a gradient of approximately 200 m, as well as from south-western exposure. It produces very structured, very firm wines characteristic of the terroir with good ageing potential as they need time to open up.Respecting the fruit, the grapes are carefully selected and gently pressed. Then the juice is left to settle before undergoing alcoholic fermentation for 7 to 10 days in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures to preserve the wine's fruit and glycerol. Malolactic fermentation gives suppleness. Maturing on the lees brings fatness. The wine is a pale golden colour, with a nose of clean lemon, mint and gun-flint that is very typical of the appellation. This Chablis has a palate of iodine in the mouth with citrus and acacia notes. The wine is still young and rather closed but is a superb wine with excellent ageing potential. Available in Magnum bottles. (6 x 1.5 Litres)

The first vines were planted on the Grand Cru hillside in Roman times, but it was only in 1938 that their exceptional quality was ratified by decree. 111 hectares stretching out in a crescent shape across the right bank of the River Serein benefit from southern/south-western exposure for optimal sunshine and are entitled to the Chablis Grand Cru appellation. In all likelihood it is in Les Clos that Chablis viticulture began. At 24.75 hectares it is the largest of the seven prestigious Grands Crus. It is also the most homogenous, benefiting from a regular geological slope with a gradient of approximately 200 m, as well as from south-western exposure. It produces very structured, very firm wines characteristic of the terroir with good ageing potential as they need time to open up.Respecting the fruit, the grapes are carefully selected and gently pressed. Then the juice is left to settle before undergoing alcoholic fermentation for 7 to 10 days in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures to preserve the wine's fruit and glycerol. Malolactic fermentation gives suppleness. Maturing on the lees brings fatness. The wine is a pale golden colour, with a nose of clean lemon, mint and gun-flint that is very typical of the appellation. This Chablis has a palate of iodine in the mouth with citrus and acacia notes. The wine is still young and rather closed but is a superb wine with excellent ageing potential.

Tasting comments : The terroir of Les Clos is the most well-known and qualitative of the Grands Crus. It gives wines which are generous, dry and powerful. The very mineral bouquet lets appear a very delicate and long finish. The Grand Cru Les Clos can be drunk with a poularde with morels or with all other white saucy meat accompanied by wood mushrooms. Vinification methods : Louis MOREAU respectful of the tradition, uses the traditionnal way to vinify his Grands Crus. He applies the method which has been always used in Chablis, which is composed by 2 fermentations followed by a rest period during winter on fine lees. Due to the power and the complexity of this wine, Louis MOREAU ages it in French oak barrel during 2 months. This lightly barrel-ageing doesn't mask the wine and gives it more deepness and roundness which will enhance its character. (6 x 75 cl)

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