Albert Bichot : Chablis 1er cru "Montée de Tonnerre" Dom. Long-Depaquit 2018

A fresh and mineral Chablis Premier Cru by Albert Bichot 

The estate

Although the history of the Bichot family dates back to 1214, the family only settled in Burgundy in 1350. The trading house was created in Monthélie in 1831, under the impetus of Bernard Bichot, and grew rapidly during the 19th century, thus becoming the official supplier to the Royal Swedish Court. An independent, family-owned business, Albert Bichot is one of the fine names that has left its mark on the wine industry and the influence of Burgundy wines around the world. Since 1996, the family’s 6th generation has been running the company, harmoniously blending modernity with family tradition.

Today, the Albert Bichot family owns more than 100 hectares of vines that spread from the north to the south of Burgundy and are grouped under 6 prestigious estates: Domaine Long-Depaquit, located in Chablis, in the Yonne, Domaine du Clos-Frantin and Château Gris, both located in Nuits-Saint-Georges, Domaine du Pavillon, in Pommard. Dedicated to the production of Mercurey wines, Domaine Adélie was acquired by Albert Bichot in 2013. The estate is named after the first name of Albert Bichot's daughter, who was born in 2003, thus perpetuating the family legacy from one generation to another. The beautiful vineyard of Domaine de Rochegrès in the Moulin À Vent appellation joined the family business in 2014.

The vineyard

This 2018 Montée de Tonnerre" Domaine Long-Depaquit by Albert Bichot is a Chablis wine made from a 0.40-hectare parcel renowned for its white, low stony soil. The vines, which are 10 years old on average, are planted on Kimmeridgian clay-limestone soils, close to the Grand Cru "Les Blanchots".

Vinification and ageing

The grapes are harvested by hand and 100% of the wine is vinified in 4 to 5-year-old oak barrels.

The wine is aged in oak barrels for 10 months, followed by a final ageing on fine lees in stainless steel tanks for a 2 month period.

The blend

Chardonnay (100%).

Chablis 1er Cru "Montée de Tonnerre" Domaine Long-Depaquit 2018 by Albert Bichot: Characteristics and tasting tips

The tasting

This fresh and full wine seduces with its finesse, minerality and white fruit notes mixed with subtle woody notes.

Food and wine pairing

This Chablis 1er Cru "Montée de Tonnerre" Domaine Long-Depaquit 2018 by Albert Bichot goes perfectly with seafood, raw fish, white meats or cheese (Camembert, Brie).

Service

For an optimal tasting, serve at 11-13°C.

Cellaring

Enjoy now, this Chablis 1er Cru "Montée de Tonnerre" Domaine Long-Depaquit 2018 by Albert Bichot can be kept in the cellar until 2028 to express its full aromatic range.