Alcohol: 13%
Grape(s): 100% Pinot Noir
Localization: Burgundy, France
Tasting Notes: The nose is composed of red fruits and morello cherries. The palate is generous, balanced by a delicious fruity freshness. The tannins are supple and melted. A classic red burgundy!
Notes: The Burgundy vines are located on clay-limestone soil. The subsoil from the Kimmeridgian. Maceration lasts a dozen days with two pumping overs daily. After pressing, the wine is put into 228 liter Burgundy barrels, for an aging period of approximately one year.
The Domain: Vincent Wengier is a fourth-generation Chablis winemaker who, along with his wife, Sophie, has produced wine under his name since 2018. Domaine Vincent Wengier was first established in 1950 and is located in the southwest region of the appellation, in the village of Préhy, two hours southeast of Paris.
The Wengiers manage 27 hectares of vines, spread over four appellations. They hold HVE (high environmental value) certification to promote fauna and flora within the vineyard. Their careful attention to detail in the vineyards has also earned them organic certification, effective in 2023.
The vineyard’s soil is Kimmeridgian, which is a defining feature of the Chablis appellation. Kimmeridgian marl is a mix of limestone and clay in which fossilized creatures of an ancient sea are embedded.
The vines are grown in narrow rows, which are weeded four to five times a year. After a mechanical harvest, the grapes are quickly pressed to avoid any oxidation and maceration. The must is stored in thermo-regulated stainless steel vats for a long, slow alcoholic fermentation. After malolactic fermentation, the wine is left to rest on its fine lees for eight to ten months. The winemaker prefers to use no oak.
The vines are located in the south of the appellation on hillsides of 10% to 40% sloped.
The grapes are grown in clay-limestone soil from the Kimmeridgian, which is why their Chablis’ have a great reputation.
The average age of the vines is 40 years. The aging potential is 5 years. It should be served at a temperature of 12 to 14°C.
Domaine Vincent Wengier uses environmentally friendly practices and have been certified HVE (high environmental value).
Certified Agriculture biologique as of 2023.
