Wine from the Chablis Region

Chablis is a northern wine region in France that is officially part of Burgundy, but geographically separated. The style of Chablis wine is very different from the wines of Burgundy. It is made exclusively from Chardonnay grapes and undergoes a short period of aging on the yeast lees. No oak barrels are used in the winemaking process. The raw material undergoes a little maceration, pressing, fermentation, and a short aging on the lees. This simple process allows the taste of the grapes to be emphasized and to express the terroir.

Chablis wine has a "northern" taste with mineral, citrus, and floral notes. The aroma is dominated by white berries and green apple, with hints of lemon and lime. The aged wines have sweet and nutty notes, with aromas of dried fruit, zest, and candied fruits. The wine is classified into four categories:

• Chablis - Classic wines from 20 villages that have been producing these wines since 1938. They have a fresh aroma and reach their full flavor after 2-3 years of aging in bottles.
• Petit Chablis - Produced from grapes harvested on the periphery of the region. They are pleasant, simple, and light.
• Chablis Premier Cru - Includes about 40 slopes with their own vineyard names. They are included in a special register and have the right to indicate this inscription on the label.
• Chablis Grand Cru - Only seven vineyards are entitled to this inscription.

Chablis wine's high acidity makes it very versatile with food. It pairs well with fish, seafood, pastries, berries, desserts, chicken, turkey, pasta, and young cheeses. The wine is best served in tulip-shaped glasses or Chardonnay glasses with a low wide bowl.

The Chardonnay grape is the most popular and sought-after white grape variety worldwide. Its wines develop harmoniously in the bottle, and the best wines can be aged for 5-7 years. The variety does not have a strong varietal flavor, but its wines are very diverse and can take on various techniques, such as aging on lees or barrel aging. The Chardonnay grape is cultivated in more than 30 wine-producing countries, including France, the US, Australia, Italy, and Chile. It is rarely used in blends, as its aromatics can easily be overpowered by other grape varieties.

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