2019 Albert Bichot 'Les Vaucopins' 1er Cru Domaine Long-Depaquit Chablis

Winemaker Notes: "Les Vaucopins" is a Premier Cru that is quite unique within the wide range of the Long-Depaquit estate’s wines. Located on the right bank of the Serein River, this vineyard is in the commune of Chichée, 3 kilometres east of Chablis. Its terroir has an uncanny resemblance to the Grand Crus: southern exposure, steep slopes and numerous Kimmeridgian outcrops. Consequently, the subsoil lends these wines a very specific personality. With its noble origin and often warmer than average conditions for this terroir, this high-end Premier Cru has definite promise and potential.

TASTING
This wine features an expressive, rather powerful nose that is predominantly mineral. Milk caramel notes combine with elegant, refined nuances of oak. A hint of sucrosity on the palate with flavors of candied fruit, apricot, and quince. This beautiful, full-bodied wine finishes on a generous, slightly acidic note.

PAIRING
The varied and sustained aromatic pallet of this great wine allows a double vocation. As an aperitif or for a convivial meal. It will pair well with seafood, scallops, fish and white meats.

CRITICAL ACCLAIM


Wine Enthusiast - "Ripe Mirabelle notes come with the merest hint of passion fruit before they are swept up in smoky richness. The palate of this wine combines ripe, almost luscious fruit with vivid freshness. The wine offers texture and brightness as well as nuance and precision. It's balanced and lasting."


Decanter - "Often a highlight in the Bichot Premier Cru line-up, this is a fine, expressive Vaucoupin which is already drinking well - but with many years ahead. Concentrated on the palate with lemon and grapefruit characters and a salty finish. A hint of oak adds some extra texture (but not flavour). Precise and confident, this is a lovely wine with very good potential."