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Petit Chablis (France)

Petit Chablis is a dry Chardonnay from the Chablis area in Burgundy.

Petit Chablis Flavors

Citrus and Green Apple flavors are typical for Chablis.

With notes of "Flinty" Minerals.

Lemon
Lemon
Lime
Lime
Apple
Apple
Mineral
Flint

Petit Chablis Profile

Chablis is light, dry, and crispy:

SUGAR:Dry (3 g/l)
BODY:Light
FRUIT:Low
ACIDITY:Medium - High
ALCOHOL:12-13% ABV
Temperature Serving temperatures:

8-10°C (46-50°F)
Grand Cru 10-12°C (50-54°F)

Petit Chablis Food Pairing

Chablis pairs well with Seafood, Fried Fish, and Fried Chicken.

Aperitif
Aperitif
Oysters
Oysters
Shrimps
Shrimps
Crab
Seafood
Fish
Fish
Chicken
Chicken
Chips
Chips
Soft Cheese
Soft Cheese

Excellent Pairings

Oysters. Mussels. Clams. Shrimps.
Plain Fish. Sea Bass.
Fried Fish. French Fries.
Fish and Chips.

French Specialities

Snails or Prawns with Garlic.
Fried Chicken with French Fries.


The Ideal Glass for Petit Chablis

A Riesling Glass has a tall and narrow bowl to emphasize the aromas of the wine.

The shape also helps balance the high acidity often found in Petit Chablis.

The Riesling glass is perfect for any bone dry wines with high acidity like Chablis, Chenin Blanc, Picpoul and Vinho Verde.

Petit Chablis Cheese Pairing

Petit Chablis is known for its light, crisp, and sometimes slightly fruity profile. It pairs well with a variety of cheeses.

Opt for cheeses with moderate saltiness and creaminess to balance the wine's acidity.

You can also add fresh fruits (grapes, apples, pears), nuts (almonds, walnuts), or a light drizzle of honey to enhance the pairing.


Fresh and Mild Cheeses

The tanginess of a Goat Cheese (Chèvre) will complements the subtle fruit notes of Petit Chablis.

Ricotta is especially good if served with a drizzle of honey or fresh fruits.

Soft Cheeses

The creamy texture and mild flavors of a Brie work beautifully with Petit Chablis.

Camembert is similar to Brie but with slightly more earthiness.

The creamy qualities of a Neufchâtel can also make a good match.

Semi-Soft Cheeses

A lightly aged Gouda can add a complementary tang to Petit Chablis.

A nutty and sweet Gruyère can enhance the subtile flavors of Petit Chablis.

If You Like Petit Chablis

You Will Also Like:

Arinto (Portugal)
Bourgogne Blanc (France)
Burgundy White (France)
Chablis (France)
Chardonnay (Unoaked)
Muscadet (France)
Pinot Grigio (Italy)
Picapoll (Spain)
Piquepoul (France)
Txakoli (Spain)
Vinho Verde (Portugal)

Bourgogne (Burgundy)

Burgundy

Burgundy

Black Grapes

Cabernet Sauvignon

34% Pinot Noir
10% Gamay

White Grapes

Sauvignon

50% Chardonnay
  6% Aligoté


Red Wines 30%

Red Wine

Pinot Noir
Red Burgundy
Gamay

Sparkling 10%

Crémant

White Wines 60%

White Wine

Chardonnay
Aligoté
Chablis
Petit Chablis
Meursault
Montrachet
Pouilly-Fuissé


Soil

Soil

Limestone and Clay
Varying Marl, Gravel, and Sand

Climate

Soil

Semi-continental
Hot and Sunny Summers
Long and Cold Winters
Springtime Frost


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