2014 Jean Collet & Fills Chablis Valmur

Valmur is a 29.4-acre Grand Cru vineyard in Chablis. It is between Les Clos and Les Grenouilles at the bottom of a slope. Major landowners are Robin, with 6.63 acres; Bessin, with 5.20 acres; and Fevre, with 2.75 acres. Like all the Chablis vineyards, it is planted exclusively to Chardonnay.

This white variety originated in Burgundy, but is now grown around the world. Its flexibility to thrive in many regions translates to wide flavor profile in the market. Chardonnay is commonly used in making Champagne and sparkling wines.