Domaine Pattes Loup Chablis 2022
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The Land
Domaine Pattes Loup Chablis 2022 is produced from vineyards in Chablis, a region known for its challenging climate and distinctive Kimmeridgian soil. Thomas Pico farms 15 hectares of vines organically, a rarity in Chablis, with many of his vines being selection massale plantings from his grandfather. These vineyards are located on hillsides near Courgis and Preys, the highest altitude villages in the appellation, reaching up to 300 meters.
The Wine
This AC Chablis is crafted from vines over 60 years old. Fermented with indigenous yeasts, up to 40% of the juice is fermented in concrete eggs, with the remainder in stainless steel, and no oak is used. Expect a Chablis that is both concentrated and opulent, yet racy and intensely saline. It showcases a textured density and vitality, moving beyond simple minerality to express a complex and vinous character.
The People
Domaine Pattes Loup, meaning "wolf paws," is the creation of Thomas Pico, who established his estate in Courgis in 2005. Against the wishes of his father, Pico converted the family's 2.4 hectares to organic viticulture and implemented strict yield controls. Inspired by fellow organic Chablis producers Alice and Olivier de Moor, Pico is known for his dedication to natural farming and transparent winemaking. He hand-harvests and hand-sorts all grapes, ferments with indigenous yeasts, and employs an extended elevage, often up to 36-48 months, to enhance complexity and texture in his wines.
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Chablis, a village and region in northern Burgundy, is all about Chardonnay, making arguably the best unoaked versions in the world. The wines here are defined by a crisp acidity and a strong mineral backbone. The area's unique Kimmeridgian limestone soil, packed with marine fossils, gives the wines a distinctive flinty edge. One slope overlooking the village holds the seven Grand Cru vineyards, while Premier Cru sites are scattered along both sides of the Sereine River, which cuts the region in half. Chablis is the ultimate destination for highly mineral white wines.
Burgundy - Chablis
Chardonnay, one of the world's most versatile and beloved white grape varieties, showcases a remarkable spectrum of styles, from the lean, mineral-driven expressions of Chablis in France to the rich, buttery, and oak-aged versions from California's Napa Valley. Its adaptability extends to cooler climates such as Burgundy, where it achieves elegance and complexity, and to regions like Australia's Yarra Valley, known for producing vibrant and fruit-forward renditions. This grape's ability to reflect its terroir, coupled with winemaking techniques, results in a wide array of profiles, including unoaked, crisp varieties with apple and citrus notes, to full-bodied wines with tropical fruit flavors and creamy textures.
