Sebastien Christophe, Petit Chablis 2023
Sebastien is the ultimate underdog in Chablis with vineyards in excellent location just behind the grand cru slope. His Petit Chablis has become a staple amongst our customers in a relatively short period. The value here is exceptional. Grapes from sites on the plateau just north of Chablis are treated according to each parcels' needs each growing season. The quality of the fruit really shows here, energetic, limestone acidity is backed by crisp orchard fruit like pears and green apples. The lees contact here allows the wine to retain its minerality but also display weight and depth. The Domaine is in organic conversion, working sustainably, hand harvesting, indigenous yeasts. Using stainless steel vinification to have minimal winemaking impact to showcase the terroir. Ideal wine to always have on hand at home, in your wine rack or chilling in the fridge. Enjoy with Fried Chichen or a vegetarian sushi selection.
Sebastien is the ultimate underdog in Chablis with vineyards in excellent location just behind the grand cru slope. His Petit Chablis has become a staple amongst our customers in a relatively short period. The value here is exceptional. Grapes from sites on the plateau just north of Chablis are treated according to each parcels' needs each growing season. The quality of the fruit really shows here, energetic, limestone acidity is backed by crisp orchard fruit like pears and green apples. The lees contact here allows the wine to retain its minerality but also display weight and depth. The Domaine is in organic conversion, working sustainably, hand harvesting, indigenous yeasts. Using stainless steel vinification to have minimal winemaking impact to showcase the terroir. Ideal wine to always have on hand at home, in your wine rack or chilling in the fridge. Enjoy with Fried Chichen or a vegetarian sushi selection.
Sebastien is the ultimate underdog in Chablis with vineyards in excellent location just behind the grand cru slope. His Petit Chablis has become a staple amongst our customers in a relatively short period. The value here is exceptional. Grapes from sites on the plateau just north of Chablis are treated according to each parcels' needs each growing season. The quality of the fruit really shows here, energetic, limestone acidity is backed by crisp orchard fruit like pears and green apples. The lees contact here allows the wine to retain its minerality but also display weight and depth. The Domaine is in organic conversion, working sustainably, hand harvesting, indigenous yeasts. Using stainless steel vinification to have minimal winemaking impact to showcase the terroir. Ideal wine to always have on hand at home, in your wine rack or chilling in the fridge. Enjoy with Fried Chichen or a vegetarian sushi selection.
Domaine Christophe is the ultimate underdog in Chablis, a charming, enthusiastic, and hard-working vigneron. The vinous adventure began in 1999 when Sebastien was gifted half a hectare of vines and decided to make a run for it. He planted vineyards around the family farm on the plateau above the village of Fyé (located just behind the Grand Crus) almost all were Petit Chablis. He then acquired plots in Chablis and 3 of the most outstanding Premier Crus: Montée de Tonnerre, Mont de Milieu and Fourchaume. Renting additional vineyards which Sebastien farms entirely. The work in the vineyards have always been mindful to the living and are under organic conversion.
Grape Varieties: Chardonnay Age of Vines: 15 - 18 years old Terroir: Portlandian (limestone, chalk, ammonite fossils), located on the Plateau Vinification: Traditional fermentation in thermo-regulated stainless steel tanks, then 100% malolactic fermentation. Ageing: Stainless Steel Tank for 9 months, with lees contact.
