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Key figures
- Grape variety: Chardonnay
- Vintage: 2023
- Sweetness: Dry
- Alcohol content: 12.5 % vol.
- Bottle size: 750 ml
- Allergens: Sulfites
- Country of origin: France
- Region of origin: Burgundy, chablis
Description
Roland Lavantureux's Chablis Premier Cru Fourchaume 2023 comes from one of Chablis' most renowned Premier Cru vineyards and is among the winery's most impressive wines. The Fourchaume vineyard has enjoyed an excellent reputation for decades, producing Chardonnays that uniquely combine minerality, precision, and depth. The Lavantureux family is one of the leading producers in the region and is known for a modern, terroir-driven interpretation of classic Chablis.
The 2023 vintage is focused, complex, and characterized by remarkable tension. Chablis' characteristic freshness combines with a deep mineral structure and exceptional clarity. Instead of opulent richness or dominant oak influence, the Fourchaume emphasizes precision, elegance, and expression of its origin. This combination of energy, minerality, and Burgundian finesse is precisely what makes it a particularly characterful Premier Cru.
The winemaking is done with great care and supports the wine's complexity without overshadowing the unique characteristics of the vineyard. This results in a Chardonnay with a fine texture, impressive precision, and a long, mineral-driven finish. The Chablis Premier Cru Fourchaume 2023 impressively embodies the classic strength of great Chablis wines and also possesses excellent aging potential for years to come.
This is what to expect when drinking
Grapefruit, pomelo, oranges and woody notes of chocolate and spice
Dry, balanced with a fine bitterness and notes of quince and orange on the finish
Ideal with pan-fried fish, pork tenderloin, or goat cheese
