Chablis Grand Cru Bougros
At a Glance
- Size: 0.30 ha (0.741 ac)
- Variety: Chardonnay
- Vine Age: 50 years old on average
- Terroir: Kimmeridgian clay-limestone soils
- Viticulture: Lutte raisonnée
- Vinification: Slow alcoholic fermentation lasting 15 to 20 days. 80% in thermo-regulated (18°C) stainless steel tanks, 20% in 2-year-old barrels, full malos. Aged for 9 months, 2 months blending in tank before bottling.
Additional Info
Bougros is the northwest bookend of the Grand Crus. These vines are plowed regularly and organic manure is integrated. Trellising, de-budding, and green harvesting depending on vintage conditions.
The average yearly production is about 150 cases.