Domaine Christian Moreau Père Et Fils Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos Clos des Hospices 2023

Product Information:

This comes from a 1.2-acre plot at the very bottom of the slope on deep, clay soils. Clos des Hospices is located inside the emblematic Grand Cru appellation of les Clos. This small parcel bought by the Moreau family from the Hospices of Chablis in 1904 and is now considered a Monopole. The Les Clos appellation inspires respect. Its flawless strength and outstanding elegance make it a benchmark. While round on the palate, it tends to be more rambunctious that expected! Its assertive minerality is enlivening and its aromatic intensity a hint to its longevity. Even after 10 years of aging, its freshness will not cease to amaze.

Since acquiring Clos Des Hospices, the domaine has always vinified the parcel separately. In the context of Chablis this is rounder and fuller than Les Clos. Almost rich. In other words it's like the regular Les Clos on steroids—the flavours are similar, but dialled up. Nevertheless, it retains the signature understated power of Les Clos with fine acidity. Driven and very direct.

Maker:

Domaine Christian Moreau is a historic name in Chablis. Led by Christian Moreau and his son Fabien, the estate has upheld its family legacy while producing some of the region’s finest wines. Their exceptional vineyard holdings include nearly 8 hectares of Grand Cru out of Chablis' total 92 hectares, making this small but remarkable estate one of the leading producers of Chablis. While their holdings in Petit, village, and 1er Cru Chablis are impressive, their range of Grand Cru vineyards truly shines. Their notable parcels include approximately 3 hectares in Les Clos, 0.41 hectares in Clos des Hospices dans Les Clos, and smaller holdings in Valmur, Blanchots, and Vaudésir. Consistently producing classic Chablis wines, Christian Moreau is a must-try producer for any Chablis lover.

Philosophy:

These exceptional vineyard sites, combined with old vines, meticulous winemaking and careful attention to every step of production, have resulted in wines that are widely regarded as some of the finest in Chablis.

In the vineyard, they employ ploughing, organic fertilisers, and have maintained a pesticide-free environment since 2004, alongside daily care to prevent disease.  Since 2005, they have transitioned to organic agriculture across the vineyard, achieving Ecocert certification with the 2013 vintage. This commitment to sustainability has further enhanced the expression of their vineyards.

Harvesting is done entirely by hand, with careful selection of grapes before pressing. Vinification relies solely on natural yeasts, with a balanced use of oak barrels and stainless steel tanks to highlight each wine's unique expression. They implement a comprehensive yield management strategy to enhance grape concentration and showcase the terroir. With investments in new tanks and other winemaking techniques, their cellar is equipped for separate vinification of each parcel accurately represent terroir. The results are evident in each vintage.

The wines of Domaine Christian Moreau Pere et Fils are known for their precision, clear typicity and elegance. They have the ability to age gracefully while providing immense pleasure throughout their lives Fabien Moreau, who took over as winemaker in 2002, has already made a significant impact. With previous experience in New Zealand and a deep respect for terroir, Fabien is a visionary winemaker. The wines of Christian Moreau Pere et Fils are authentic, distinctive and of exceptional quality.

The Finer Details
Style - White Wine
Varietal - Chardonnay
Country - France
Region - Chablis
Vintage - 2023
Bottle Size - 750ml
ABV - 12.5%