Chablis Flashcards

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Where is Chablis located?

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North of Burgundy

20 miles to champagne, rest of Burgundy is 80 miles away

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What is Chablis climate?

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“Cool-Continental.” Harsh, wet, cold. influenced by Atlantic ocean. Frosts in both spring and fall shorten growing season.

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How does the climate influence the style of wine?

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Grapes struggle to ripen, resulting in crisp and acidic wines. Described as minerally, steely.

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What viticultural challenges exist?

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Picking time is critical due to late-season frosts. Ripening of grapes can be difficult

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What do the French call the flavor of Chablis?

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Gout de pierre a fusil

“Gunflint”

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What is the soil in Chablis?

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White Kimmeridgian clay and limestone

Calcereous soil, oyster shells and crinoids litter the soil from an ancient sea that used to cover the region.

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How are Chablis produced?

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Most (particularly lower level wines) are in stainless steel. However much of premier and Grand crus use oak either for aging or during the fermentation process. The Grand crus are thought to be intense enough to withstand the barrel’s impact. Typically used oak barrels are used. Malolactic fermentation is common.

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Does malolactic fermentation occur in Chablis?

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Yes, it is common.

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How many Premier Crus are in Chablis?

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40 vineyards in chablis are premier cru

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How many Grand Crus are in Chablis?

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One. But it is divided into 7 climats: Blanchot, Bougros, Grenouilles, Les Clos, Les Preuses, Valmur, Vaudesir.

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How big is the Grand Cru in Chablis?

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247 acres (100 ha).

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What is the aspect of the Grand Cru vineyard in Chablis

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Most of the climats face south/southwest.

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What river flows throught Chablis?

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River Serein (Serene)

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When were grapes first grown in Chablis?

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12th century by Cistercian monks

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What is flavor profile of Chablis?

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Citrus and white flower aromas with dry, lean, light-bodied flavors of citrus, pear, minerality, and salinity. High acid and flint-like minerality.

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16
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What is the serving temperature of Chablis?

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42-50F

17
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What is the aging potential for Chablis?

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2-6 yrs on avg. Top wines will age 10+ years.

18
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What is the total planted acreage of Chablis?

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13,497 acres (5,462 ha)

19
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What are the 4 appelations of Chablis?

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Chablis AOP

Petit Chablis AOP

Premier Cru Chablis AOP

Grand Cru Chablis AOP

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What is the biggest issue in growing grapes in Chablis?

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Frost is the biggest concern each year