Famille Descombe : Chablis Village "Les Oiseaux" 2023

Tasting characteristics and serving suggestions for Chablis Village "Les Oiseaux" 2023 Famille Descombe

Tasting

Color
This wine displays a beautiful pale golden-yellow hue.

Nose
The bouquet is particularly expressive and floral, releasing seductive aromas of white fruits such as apple and pear.

Palate
The attack reveals citrus notes supported by a pronounced minerality. The palate is pleasantly structured, with a roundness that remains perfectly balanced.

Food and wine pairings
This cuvée is an ideal match for a seafood platter or fresh oysters. It also pairs beautifully with goat's milk or sheep's milk cheeses.

Serving and cellaring
To fully appreciate Chablis Village "Les Oiseaux" 2023, serve it at a temperature between 52 and 55°F (11–13°C).

The pure expression of Chablis terroir by Famille Descombe

The Estate
Founded in 1905 in the Beaujolais region, the Famille Descombe estate has grown over the generations to encompass more than 80 hectares of vineyards, now spread across Beaujolais and Burgundy. Today, the family company is led by Marine Descombe, who oversees operations and continues to develop the estate with a contemporary vision. In Chablis, the family cultivates numerous parcels according to agroecological principles. The Famille Descombe name embodies the alliance between a century-old heritage and a modern, terroir-driven approach that respects biodiversity.

The Vineyard
The vines thrive in the Yonne department, at the heart of the Chablis winegrowing area along the banks of the Serein River. This distinctive terroir is characterized by stony, clay-limestone soils that are particularly rich in Kimmeridgian fossilized remains. The climate is continental, with rigorous conditions that forge the unique character of the grapes.

The Vintage
The 2023 growing season was marked by demanding continental weather conditions, including a particularly hot and dry month of July that strongly influenced the vegetative cycle and the ripening of the berries.

Winemaking and aging
As soon as they arrive in the winery, the grapes destined for Chablis Village "Les Oiseaux" 2023 undergo rigorous sorting. Gentle pressing is carried out at very low pressure in pneumatic presses, followed by static settling lasting from 24 to 48 hours. Fermentation starts spontaneously thanks to indigenous yeasts in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks. After malolactic fermentation, the wine is aged carefully on fine lees for 18 months. Each parcel is vinified separately in order to preserve the authentic expression of its terroir.

Grape Varieties
100% Chardonnay