In Burgundy’s Côte d’Or, where the integrity of the producer is often more important than a renowned appellation or vineyard, Maison Louis Jadot is one of the most venerable, most trusted, and revered wine houses. Jadot’s winemaking team, now led by Technical Director Frédéric Barnier, has maintained a balance of tradition and technology in winemaking that allows Jadot’s wines to express the subtle differences between terroirs that are the essence of fine Burgundy.

Chablis is in the northern part of Burgundy, halfway between Dijon and Paris. The continental climate with cold winters, spring frosts, and hot summers combine with the marly limestone soils, to mould the unique character of Chablis wines. About 3,500 hectares are planted with 100% Chardonnay, where 1er Cru vineyards represent 20% of the total planted area. Fourchaume is one of 40 Climats of Premiers Crus within Chablis, located just north of Chablis town, with south to south-west aspect.

After a soft pressing, part of the juice is fermented in wooden barrels of 406 litres produced by Louis Jadot’s cooperage Cadus. The other part is vinified and aged in stainless steel vats. Aging usually lasts 13 to 15 months on fine lees before bottling.