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AOC Petit Chablis
DOMAINE GRUHIERPetit Chablis Bio 2023
On limestone plateau vineyards at the edge of the Chablis appellation, this Petit Chablis traces a quieter, pale expression of Chardonnay — fermented with native yeast and left largely alone in the cellar, so the site's chalky character can come through on its own terms.
- Wine type
- Dry white wine
- Grape
- Chardonnay
- Appellation
- Petit Chablis AOC
- Origin
- Chablis, Yonne, Burgundy, France
- Drinking window
- —
- Recommended temperature
- 10°C
- Alcohol
- —
- Bottle size
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About Domaine Gruhier
Domaine Gruhier farms vineyards around Epineuil, at the northern edge of Burgundy near Chablis, on a site whose winegrowing history traces back to a Cistercian abbey founded in 1212. Dominique Gruhier, who trained in oenology after an early path in engineering, has led the estate's replanting and revival since 1990.
This Petit Chablis comes from Chardonnay grown on the appellation's characteristic limestone plateau soils. It is fermented with native yeast and raised gently in a mix of stainless steel and used oak, with minimal sulphite intervention throughout — an approach built around letting the fruit and site speak for themselves.
Taste profile
In the glass
PETIT CHABLIS BIO 2023
Scale1–5
BG wine structure estimate
Comparative profile within the Bacchus Global wine range.
Forthright and open, with real intensity; a delicate base of white flowers layered with citrus, lemon, and a whisper of rose.
The attack is supple and thirst-quenching, moving into a dynamic, fresh acidity that tightens toward the finish, where a distinct saline note tied to Chablis's limestone soils lingers.
Pale yellow, very bright and clear, with diamond-like reflections.
Before it reaches the glass
Temperature
Around 10°C
Timing
—
Glassware
—
At the table
This wine's bright acidity and saline finish make it a natural partner for seafood-driven dishes across several culinary traditions.
Its citrus-and-white-flower aromatics and clean, mineral finish work best with dishes that share a similar freshness and lightness of touch, from raw shellfish to herb- and citrus-forward preparations.
Japanese
- Raw oysters
- Scallop sashimi
- Lightly fried shrimp tempura
Why it worksThe wine's saline finish and bright acidity echo the clean, mineral character of raw and lightly cooked shellfish, a natural match for delicate Japanese seafood preparations.
Thai
- Fresh oysters with lime
- Spicy seafood salad (yam talay)
- Grilled fish with chili-lime sauce
Why it worksThailand's citrus- and chili-driven seafood dishes find a counterpart in the wine's own citrus, freshness and saline edge, which keeps pace with the food's acidity and heat.
Western
- Raw oysters and razor clams
- Creamy goat cheese with parsley and garlic (persillade)
- Salmon tartare with mango and avocado
Why it worksThese are pairings close to the wine's own terroir: shellfish and goat cheese from Burgundy's classic repertoire, plus a herb- and fruit-forward tartare that mirrors its citrus and floral notes.
From cellar to bottle
Winemaking
Fermentation relies on ambient, native yeast rather than commercial cultures, following a second selection of grapes in the cellar. The wine is raised for about ten to eleven months in a mix of stainless steel and used oak barrels — mainly 228-litre Burgundy barrels and 400-litre demi-muids — with only minimal sulphite additions throughout, totalling roughly 35–45 ppm at bottling.
Product detail
Made from 100% Chardonnay grown on Petit Chablis's characteristic Portlandian limestone plateau soils, within the Chablis area of Burgundy's Yonne department.
Where It's From
Petit Chablis sits at the outer edge of the Chablis appellation hierarchy, on plateau and upper-slope parcels where limestone lies close to the surface — a setting distinct from the more clay-rich Kimmeridgian soils found lower on the slopes.
Official producer website→Certification
Ecocert Organic Certification · Ecocert
Ecocert Organic Certification
Domaine Gruhier farms organically and is certified by Ecocert, reflecting the estate's broader commitment to sustainable viticulture.
Trade information
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