The Chablis Côte aux Prêtres 2022 from Château de Béru reveals itself as a profound Chardonnay that fascinates with complex exoticism, fine oak spice and the chalky minerality of its origin.
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Exotic fruit notes of mango, starfruit, lime, orange and red apple, underpinned with ginger, coriander, dry pastries, vanilla, fresh butter as well as marine nuances.
Palate
Taut and striking on the palate with compact minerality, gripping tones of oyster shells and lemongrass, alongside an immense, stimulating drinkability.
Character
Demanding, filled with tension and vibrant radiance; combines cool, rocky components with a juicy, expressive richness.
Pairing
Pairs brilliantly with scallops on seaweed salad with orange, lukewarm salmon with pink pepper on mango slices, or baked celery with pine nuts.
Notes
Grows on a wind-exposed dome with Kimmeridgian limestone scree near an ancient pilgrimage route and aged in small wooden casks; spontaneously fermented and biodynamically farmed.
Tasting note
Colour & Appearance
Intense golden yellow, woven with shimmering, silvery highlights.
Nose
A juicy, open opening featuring ripe red apples, orange, lime, star fruit and exotic mango. Spicy accents of ginger and coriander combine with subtle notes from barrel ageing – dry biscuits, vanilla and freshly whipped butter –, always underpinned by a penetrating, iodine-salty streak.
Palate
On the palate, this Chardonnay is taut, striking and showcases compact minerality. Nuances of oyster shells and lemongrass induce mouth-watering salivation, radiant energy and a captivating tension.
Terroir & Origin
The vineyard site owes its name to an ancient pilgrimage route to Compostela. It lies on a west-facing knoll where moderate winds cool the vines. The soil is dominated by Kimmeridgian limestone scree and decomposed layers that release valuable minerals. Under the direction of Athénais de Béru, the estate’s vineyard sites at an altitude of 300 metres are farmed biodynamically.
Grape Variety & Vinification
Single-varietal Chardonnay with 13.5% ABV. The wine undergoes ageing in small oak barrels. Vinification in the cellar follows a philosophy of minimal intervention to preserve the unadulterated terroir structure.
Food Pairings
Pairs brilliantly with baked celery with pine nuts and lime dressing, exquisite scallops on seaweed salad with orange segments, or lukewarm salmon with pink pepper on mango slices. Due to its striking structure, decanting prior to serving is recommended.
Particularities
An uncompromisingly mineral Chablis from biodynamic viticulture, marrying the region’s familiar freshness with an unexpected, multi-layered aromatic complexity.
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