Chablis 1er Cru Les Fourneaux

Paul Nicolle

Nicolle-Fourneaux
Type

White Wine

Appellation

Chablis 1er Cru

Variety

100% Chardonnay

Les Fourneaux means "The Furnace", which comes from the vineyard's due south orientation that gets full summer sun. This vineyard is planted on a steep slope just behind the winery and produces full-bodied, aromatic wines each year. Wines from Paul Nicolle are fermented and aged in large horizontal stainless steel tanks which allow for extra contact with the lees. This results in a richly textured Chablis with minimal oak to ensure a bright and fresh flavor.

Viticulture
Vineyard name

Les Fourneaux

Soil type

Kimmeridgian limestone soil with a high proportion of clay

Vine age40 years old average
Vineyard size4 ha
Vinification

Natural yeast fermentation in stainless steel tanks

Elevage12-18 months on the lees in stainless steel tanks and 15% in new and used barrels
Additional info
Total production average25,000 bottles