Benjamin Laroche Chablis 1er Cru Beauroy 2013
About the wine
Benjamin selects only the best Chardonnay grapes for his spectacular Premier Cru
Benjamin Laroche, your Angel-funded winemaker, says:
- "For centuries, my family have made famous Chablis. Now, thanks to you, I can keep this tradition alive and make wine from one of the most prestigious and historic parts of Burgundy under my own name."
- "I select only the best Chardonnay grapes for my Beauroy Premier Cru. The result is an incredibly crisp, bright and fresh Chablis with a long, elegant mineral finish."
- "I love to enjoy it alongside some simple grilled fish, or if you want something a little more special, splash out on fresh oysters and shellfish."
Best before
From now until 6 to 8 years (sometimes even more if kept in excellent cellar conditions). 2015-2023ish
Serving advice
No decanting necessary. It should not be served too fresh. Around 13°C, not less.
Food match
Simply grilled fish. Cooked oysters and noble sea food. Poultry in creamy sauce. Goats cheeses or smooth and creamy cow cheeses.
Contains sulphites
Wine profile
Meet the winemaker - Benjamin Laroche
- Meet Benjamin Laroche – With 7 generations of family expertise behind him, you can taste his wealth of local knowledge in every sip!
- With your support, Benjamin is making his dream a reality...creating his own range of stunning Chablis, showcasing the quality and purity the Burgundy region has to offer.
- For 15 years, Benjamin has been travelling around the world on a mission to discover "The essence of the pure Chardonnay". Well...we think he's nailed it!
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