{"product_id":"chateau-de-maligny-chablis-1er-cru-homme-mort-2023-12-5-750ml","title":"Chateau de Maligny - Chablis 1er CRU L'HOMME MORT 2023 12.5% 750ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocated in the very heart of the Chablis appellation, the vineyards contain a high concentration of steep, well-exposed hillsides of rocky soil, terrain that guarantees the exceptional quality of the wine. The property consists of 480 acres of vineyard land producing approximately 125,000 cases of estate bottled Chardonnay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe estate began bottling their own production only in 1974; prior to that date, their wines were sold as bulk wine to other wine companies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChateau de Maligny has been honored, by receiving the highest awards possible in nearly every international wine competition. They have also received evert gold medal of any consequence that is awarded in France!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChardonnay, the inimitable variety of wine grape used in Chablis, is the source of excellent wines known for their rich bouquet, subtlety, and beautiful greenish-gold color. Here, the tending of vines and the vinification are carried out with the greatest respect for the traditions of the Chablis region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Chablis vintages from Jean Durup vineyards go wonderfully with oysters and shellfish, as well as with all kinds of fresh and saltwater fish, grilled or poached, served with mousseline sauce of white butter. They also provide a great accompaniment to fine charcuterie, white meats and a number of cheeses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCHABLIS PREMIER CRU L'HOMME MORT\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Premier Cru \"L'Homme Mort\" or \"the dead man\" in english, is a plot located in the \"Fourchaume\" climate, renowned for its wines of great finesse and minerality. Two explanations are given to explain the unattractive name of this climate:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA slip of the tongue, \"the dead elm\", an old tree used to mark out plots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe presence of a small cemetery at the entrance to the valley. A few sarcophagi from the Merovingian period containing skeletons were unearthed there.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTerroir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e: Limestone soils rich in Kimmeridgian, ideal exposure on the south-western slopes of Bougros.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTasting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e: Bright pale gold color. Intense nose of candied citrus, hazelnut and flint. Vibrant palate with beautiful tension and a lingering saline finish.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jean Durup Pere et Fils SA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45423138570284,"sku":"MalignyChHM23","price":126.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0362\/3220\/0236\/files\/Chablis_1er_Cru_l_homme_mort.png?v=1775004356","url":"https:\/\/mylocalspirits.com.au\/products\/chateau-de-maligny-chablis-1er-cru-homme-mort-2023-12-5-750ml","provider":"mylocalspirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}