Domaine Jean Goulley 1er Cru Chablis Fourchaume 2018
Domaine Jean Goulley is a relatively new company that was formed in 1986 founded by Jean Goulley and now run by his son Philippe. 4.5 hectares of the estate are in the Premier Cru districts of the area and today constitute the heart and soul of the Domaine which has grown to 18 hectares, producing 11,000 cases a year. All of the vineyards are farmed organically with great stress on the overall health of the vines and working with reduced yields, and the vines are produced according to organic methods using natural vinification and restricted use of sulphur .
Vinification
100% Chardonnay some of which is from 60 year old vines, fermented in temperature controlled vats.
Viticulture
No use of chemicals and vines grown on organic principals.
Tasting Note
The area of Fourchaume is an extension of the northerly slopes of the Chablis Grands Crus. Fourchaume is distinguished by its power, elegance, bouquet and length - classic and mineral Chablis. Jean Goulley 1er Cru Chablis Fourchaume is a wonderful example of how great Chablis can be.
Everyday Serving Suggestion
Country / Region / Appellation
FR / Burgundy / Chablis Premier Cru AOC
Winemaker
Philippe Goulley
Additional Resources:
http://www.jeangoulleyetfils.fr/