2022 Louis Jadot Chablis AC, Beaune

White peach, green apple and oyster shell aromas follow through to a mouthwatering, fresh and creamy palate. Medium-bodied with excellent balance. Drink now.

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The Louis Jadot Chablis AC is a classic expression of Chardonnay from Burgundy’s most northerly appellation, crafted by one of the region’s most renowned négociant-producers. Founded in 1859 in Beaune, Maison Louis Jadot has built a reputation for producing wines across the breadth of Burgundy that reflect both typicity and terroir. Their Chablis is sourced from carefully selected growers in the region, made with the same precision and attention to detail that defines the Jadot style.

The vineyards for this Chablis sit on Kimmeridgian limestone soils rich in marine fossils, which impart the distinctive minerality that makes the wines of Chablis so unique. The cool climate of the area allows Chardonnay to ripen slowly, retaining crisp acidity and producing wines of tension and finesse. Fermentation and maturation take place in stainless steel to preserve purity, freshness and terroir expression, with no oak influence.

In the glass it is pale straw with a green tinge. The bouquet is fresh and delicate, showing lemon zest, green apple and white peach alongside subtle notes of acacia blossom and wet stone. The palate is light to medium-bodied, crisp and vibrant, with citrus and orchard fruit flavours underscored by a saline, mineral edge. The finish is long, clean and mouthwatering, making it a quintessential example of Chablis.

Food pairings highlight its brightness and minerality: oysters, scallops, grilled white fish, or vegetarian dishes such as asparagus with lemon butter or a goat’s cheese tart. It also pairs beautifully with sushi and sashimi. Best enjoyed young within 3 to 5 years for maximum freshness, though it can develop gentle honeyed and nutty notes with a little bottle age.