Chablis is the world-famous white wine from Burgundy’s northernmost enclave. Located near Auxerre, southeast of Paris, Chablis is by definition a dry white wine made from the Chardonnay grape. It is almost always lean, taut and distinctly mineral—a style shaped by a cool, precisely wine-friendly climate and soils formed from ancient seabed, packed with limestone from millions of years of fossilised shells and marine life.
It’s no secret that Chablis prices have risen in line with the rest of Burgundy, but we’ve managed to find a bright, healthy and aromatic Chablis that offers a very favourable price-to-quality ratio. La Grande Couronne has been raised exclusively in stainless steel, resulting in a wine that feels charming, open and ready to drink.
In this dry wine—lightly textured yet nicely intense, with clean, vibrant fruit—the aromas and flavours unfold with lean citrus, preserved lemon, green apples and added complexity from time on fine lees. Chalky minerality and a refreshing acidity deliver a focused expression for Chablis lovers who prefer a more grape-driven, unoaked interpretation of Chardonnay rather than the broader, often oak-led style of the Côte de Beaune.
Enjoy it young at around 9–13°C depending on preference—ideally not too cold, as the wine won’t fully show its strengths if served overly chilled.
Try it with “white” fish, ideally with beurre blanc or hollandaise. Lighter meat dishes are also an excellent match for a wine like this.
