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Domaine Laroche \u2018Vieille Voye\u2019 Chablis 2018 <\/h3>\nGrape Varietal:<\/strong> 100% Chardonnay
\nGrowing Region:<\/strong> Single Vineyard, Chablis – France
\nChief Winemaker:<\/strong> Gr\u00e9gory Viennois \n\t\t\t\t\"GAVIN-Wine-Review-4-Stars-2022-01\"\n\tLooking for a Chablis with varietal typicity and classic terroir characters – then look no further than this \u2018Vieille Voye\u2019 expression. A \u2018single vineyard\u2019 wine, grown in classic Kimmeridgian soils with excellent acidity and finesse, this unique site showcases minerality and vibrancy in equal measure.
\nVieille Voye is a 7-hectare site, located beneath the Premier Cru \u2018Les Lys\u2019 in Vaillons, with the current vines planted in the 1950\u2019s. It is named \u2018Vieille Voye\u2019, meaning \u2018ancient way\u2019, as a \u2018Roman Way\u2019 once crossed the site. The sites remarkable potential guided Domaine Laroche to vinify it as a single vineyard wine in 2014. It is of great historical interest, because it was recognised in the early days of Chablis as a site of a great quality. The Abbots of Pontigny, who established the original vineyards in Chablis, cultivated this plot in the 15th century, and \u2018Vieille Voye\u2019 is one of Domaine Laroche’s original vineyards. So dues to its history and exposure, Gregory\u2019s focus is to express the exceptional characteristics of this single vineyard wine.
\nThe hand harvested grapes were whole bunches pressed directly into large 55hl oak foudres and part into stainless steel tanks, where fermentation was carried out for 3 weeks. The wine was aged in the foudres for around 9 months – the different parts were blended and transferred to concrete tanks to age on lees for another 3-4 months before minimal filtration to preserve and maximize the natural character of the wine. \n\u2605 <\/strong>On the nose a lifted sea breeze aroma along with green gage plums, green apples, citrus and white floral notes and hint of chalk. The dynamic palate drills instantly to its mineral core, which is wrapped in layers of bright flavours like green apples, a good splash of lemon and lime and a deft touch of blanched almonds. This \u2018Vieille Voye\u2019 Chablis has excellent fruit acidity and an innate elegance. The palate has a taught nature bring focus to those pip and citrus fruits and the wines mineral typicity resulting in an elevated vibrant character and bright clean dry finish. \nThis 2018 Domaine Laroche \u2018Vieille Voye\u2019 Chablis has 12.5% Alc.\/vol. – A classic dry style. Chill gently and serve in a medium shaped wine glass at 8\u00b0- 9\u00b0C. *NZ$59.99\n A charming Chablis with a notable vibrancy and defined historical style.<\/em>\n

<\/p>\n\nCELLARING POTENTIAL: *(Review 3\/9\/22)
\nDrinking perfectly this season; and should age nicely for another 4 – 5 years.
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\nFOOD PAIRING SUGGESTIONS:
\n Perfect wine pairing with naturally served oysters, scallops, calamari, steamed white fish w\/ herb risotto, crab, lobster or classic Caesar salad, plus lightly cooked vegetarian dishes – enjoy<\/em>.\nAlways drink responsibly.<\/em>\n

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