The Jean-Paul & Benoit Droin Chablis Grand Cru Valmur is a revered French wine, renowned for its exceptional quality. The Droin family, as winemakers, have managed to perfectly balance the delicate complexity and power in this exquisite Grand Cru Valmur. The wine showcases an enticing aromatic nose, resplendent with notes of ripe apples, honey, and flint. On the palate, one experiences a profound minerality, combined with a rich, creamy texture, and a long, lingering finish. This wine is a captivating expression of classic Chablis, embodying both elegance and finesse, making it an ideal companion to seafood or poultry dishes.

Tasting Notes

Valmur is a very powerful, imposing "climat" with a lot of minerality. This confers on the wine an austerity and a sense of reserve that are the signature of the great wines of Chablis. Yellow and white fleshed fruits like peach and apricot are revealed. In sunny years, these notes develop towards concentrated fruits "confits" and quince. In cool years, the floral notes such as hawthorn offer the wine of this "climat" all its distinctiveness. It is a great wine for keeping and it generally needs more than 10 years for the wine to decompress and reveal all its substance.

About the Winery

Jean-Paul & Benoit Droin spends its days nestled in the heart of the Burgundy wine region in Chablis, France. This family winery boasting a long celebrated lineage, which goes back 13 generations, is a beautiful example of tradition meeting innovation; with Benoit Droin leading the way in this regard.

The traditional wine-making techniques have been passed down the generations, but Benoit Droin isn't afraid to use modern methods to enhance the distinct flavours of his wine. This harmonious union of old and new translates into the exquisite bottles that they offer; characterised by a wonderful intensity and depth, coupled with a finesse that is truly remarkable.

At Jean-Paul & Benioit Droin, they place a strong emphasis on respecting their vineyards. They grow a variety of grapes, which include Petit Chablis, Chablis, Premier Cru, and Grand Cru - all grown with minimal intervention. The results are wines that truly capture the essence of the Terroir, a testament to their love for nature and dedication to excellence!

Despite, their significant heritage, the family remains approachable and are just as passionate about sharing their exceptional wines with the world. They encourage visits, offering comprehensive cellar tours whilst outlining their fascinating history and showcasing their impressive range of wines.

The Jean-Paul & Benoit Droin winery offers an intoxicating experience for both novice and seasoned winemakers. A visit here guarantees a captivating journey of discovery, appreciation, and of course, the chance to sample some of the best wines coming out of Chablis. In their bottles, you'll taste the flavour of tradition, the spark of innovation, and that indelible signature of Chablis. It noses no surprise that their wines are frequently touted as benchmarks for Chablis, painting an honest and vibrant picture of this cherished region.

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