Region: Chablis Grand Cru, Burgundy, France

Vintage: 2017

Composition: 100% Chardonnay

History: For five generations, the Laroche family has produced top-quality wines in the Chablis appellation, and today Domaine Laroche ranks among the most prestigious winemakers in Burgundy. The origins of the winery go back to 1850, when a vineyard worker, Jean-Victor Laroche, bought a small plot of vines. Three generations of modest expansion were followed by a boom in the 1960s when father and son Henri and Michel Laroche greatly expanded their holdings in the region. Over the past three decades, the winery has flourished under the guidance of Michel, whose commitment to the authenticity and purity of Chardonnay has popularized the Laroche wine and brand around the world. Domaine Laroche participates in a large-scale sustainability approach that involves organic viticulture, taking into account the relationship between the vine, the soil, the climate and the environment. At the winery, we use the same simple principles: minimal treatments, reduced energy consumption, and use of rainwater.

Tasting Notes:

“From a mix of purchased grapes and the Laroche domaine, here is a ripe wine with swathes of yellow fruit, very approachable and warm. Rich and full in the mouth, it has a dense texture that supports the generous fruits.” – Wine Enthusiast

Awards: 94pts Wine Enthusiast