Domaine des Marronniers Petit Chablis 2022

Domaine des Marronniers, a well-established family-run estate in the heart of Chablis, Burgundy, is known for producing classic, mineral-driven Chardonnay wines. The Domaine des Marronniers Petit Chablis 2022 is an excellent introduction to their portfolio, offering a fresh, vibrant expression of the region’s unique terroir. Petit Chablis, while grown on the higher slopes around Chablis, still benefits from the area's cool climate and limestone-rich soils, creating wines that are crisp, lively, and full of mineral character.

The 2022 vintage enjoyed warm growing conditions, resulting in excellent ripeness while preserving the bright acidity that is a hallmark of Chablis wines. This Petit Chablis is vinified in stainless steel to retain its fresh, zesty qualities, with no oak influence, allowing the purity of the fruit and terroir to shine.

Appearance: Pale straw yellow with greenish hues, bright and clear, indicating youthful freshness.

Aroma: The nose is fresh and clean, with aromas of green apple, lemon zest, and pear, complemented by subtle floral notes and a hint of wet stone, reflecting the wine’s mineral-driven profile.

Taste: On the palate, the wine is crisp and zesty, offering flavours of citrus like lemon, lime, green apple, and a touch of pear. Its bright acidity is balanced by a subtle chalky minerality, giving the wine structure and a clean, refreshing mouthfeel.

Finish: The finish is lively and refreshing, with lingering citrus and mineral notes that leave a crisp, invigorating impression.

Food pairing: This Petit Chablis pairs wonderfully with fresh seafood, such as shrimp or oysters, where the wine’s crisp acidity and mineral notes enhance the briny, oceanic flavours. It also pairs well with light salads or goat’s cheese, as the wine’s zesty citrus flavours and clean finish complement the freshness of these dishes.