Gilbert Picq Chablis 2022

Land: Gilbert Picq Chablis 2022 originates from 12 plots around Chichée, near Chablis in the Serein River Valley, characterized by its steep hills and premier crus, Vosgros and Vaucoupin. The vineyards, managed by Didier and Pascal Picq since 1976, follow sustainable lutte raisonnée principles. The area's unique terroir, particularly its chalky soil, imbues the wine with its distinctive minerality and flinty seashell essence. Wine: This Chablis, made entirely from Chardonnay grapes, benefits from the Picq brothers' meticulous vineyard management, including severe pruning and de-budding for low yields. Fermentation and aging in steel tanks, a practice that enhances the wine's elegance, depth, and purity of fruit, are hallmarks of their winemaking. The wine is known for its quintessential Chablis characteristics, combining flintiness with a rich minerality. People: The domaine is steered by the expertise and passions of Didier and Pascal Picq. Didier, who is as passionate about horse