Born into families of winegrowers, Céline and Frédéric embarked on their own adventure in 2013. They created their Estate nestled in the heart of the Chablis vineyard. With a deep attachment to their family roots, they are building a new Estate with a breath of freedom.

The parcel planted in 1975, almost 50 years old, is located in the village of Préhy on the Kimmeridgian – the upper Jurassic layer composed of clay and limestone – with a South-East exposure. Surface: 1.5 ha. Average vine age: 50 years. Yield: 55 hL/ha.

Viticulture

Domaine Guenguen practice a reasoned approach to viticulture having obtained the HVE level 3 label, which translates into ploughing which activates the organic and microbial life of the soil, partial grassing on certain plots and the use of natural fertilizers and treatments against diseases.

Winemaking

After a long and delicate pressing, a cold settling of about twenty hours, the fermentation took place at around 16° to 18° C using indigenous yeasts. The malolactic fermentation on fine lees from November to mid-April, then a light fining and filtration on earth in order to obtain a clear and stable wine before bottling by us at the estate.

Aging is done exclusively in stainless steel vats to preserve the freshness and fruitiness of the wine. These vats are thermoregulated, allowing fermentations at low temperatures to best develop the wine’s aromas.

Testing

Cuvée 1975 is a unique selection – the year of birth of Céline, Frédéric, and their cherished Chablis vines. This cuvée is very dear to them and offers aromas of great complexity. Bright yellow robe. Fine and very fruity nose, recalling white-fleshed fruits and citrus. Round and mineral on the palate, with beautiful length.

Serving suggestions

As an aperitif, with oysters, seafood salad, Burgundy snails or with fresh goat cheese.

Serve between 10–12 °C. Cellaring potential: 5–10 years.