Jean-Philippe Marchand Chablis 1er Cru Beauroy Vieilles Vignes

Jean-Philippe Marchand Chablis Premier Cru Beauroy Vieilles Vignes 2013 comes from Chablis, in northern Burgundy, France. The region is renowned for Chardonnay wines characterised by freshness, mineral complexity and distinctive acidity.

The Beauroy Premier Cru vineyard is known for its clay-limestone soils, which contribute to the structure and mineral character of Chablis wines. The cooler climate helps preserve acidity while allowing the grapes to develop delicate citrus and orchard-fruit aromas.

Vieilles Vignes means “old vines”. 

Jean-Philippe Marchand's general winemaking approach includes hand-harvesting, fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless-steel vats and maturation in oak barrels.

The wine may display a golden-yellow colour, potentially deepened by bottle age.

The expected aromatic profile includes lemon, grapefruit, green apple and pear, accompanied by mineral notes reminiscent of wet stones and chalk. Depending on its evolution in bottle, additional aromas of honey, toasted nuts and dried citrus may emerge.

On the palate, a well-preserved Chablis Premier Cru can combine lively acidity with a rounded texture and pronounced mineral character. With maturity, fresh citrus flavours may develop into more complex notes of preserved lemon, nuts and subtle savoury nuances.

The finish is expected to be fresh and mineral-driven, although the wine's actual condition and flavour profile will depend on its storage history.

This Chablis Premier Cru pairs particularly well with seafood and dishes that highlight freshness and delicate flavours.

Recommended pairings include:

• Oysters, scallops and fresh prawns

• Grilled or steamed white fish

• Lobster and seafood pasta

• Roast chicken with light sauces

• Goat's cheese and Comté

For Chinese cuisine, it pairs well with steamed fish, Cantonese-style seafood, ginger and spring onion prawns, and steamed scallops with garlic.