2024 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Classification Chablis Premier Cru Les Forêts
Region Forets
Soil Kimmeridgian
Orientation East-Southeast
Natural Yeast Yes
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Production Details The 2024 product page describes old vines dating to the 1970s and 1980s, wild-yeast production, no new oak and minimal sulfur.
Tasting Notes Kristaps Karklins’ Robert Parker note for the 2024 release describes Granny Smith apple, lemon oil and oyster shell; the palate is medium-bodied, bright, incisive and tensile, with crisp fruit, electric acidity and a saline finish.
Critics Ratings 91
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2023 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Classification Chablis Premier Cru Les Forêts
Region Forets
Soil Kimmeridgian
Orientation Southeast
Sites Three parcels within Les Forêts
Fermentation Vessels Stainless steel
Natural Yeast Yes
Used Oak Only Yes
Production Details Three Les Forêts parcels total 0.91 hectares and were planted in 1971 and 1980, giving an average vine age of approximately 50 years. The 2023 wine was wild-fermented in stainless steel and matured for 12 months in seasoned barriques; the release dossier specifies barrels between 6 and 30 years old.
Tasting Notes Burghound’s 2023-release note describes citrus rind, pear, algae and brine, followed by concentrated, powerful, clean and dry flavors with a long finish.