2019 Louis Michel, Chablis Premier Cru, Forets 6x75cl

Louis Michel’s Chablis Premier Cru Forets is a Chardonnay that epitomizes the pure, mineral-driven elegance for which this esteemed estate is celebrated. Chablis is famed for its crisp and mineral-laden Chardonnay wines, and Forets is a jewel within this iconic region. The Chardonnay grapes are meticulously cultivated, allowing them to mirror the essence of the estate's ancient vineyards and the unique soils of the Premier Cru Forets terroir. In the cellar, Louis Michel's winemaking philosophy is deeply rooted in tradition, with an emphasis on minimal intervention. The wine is aged in stainless steel tanks, preserving the natural purity of the Chardonnay fruit and showcasing the terroir's distinctive characteristics. The bouquet is an enticing fusion of green apples, citrus zest, white flowers, and a distinct mineral edge. On the palate, it unfurls with crisp acidity, a vibrant and refreshing palate of apples, lemon zest, and a stony, flinty minerality that lingers long on the finish.