2000 Jean-Marc Brocard Chablis Fourchaume

Jean-Marc Brocard is an estate with 150 acres in Chablis. The estate was founded in 1972 when Jean-March Brocard married a woman who inherited 2.5 acres of vineyards. Since then he has added significantly to the size of the estate and built a modern winery and cellar in 1989. The estate produces premier crus in Beauregard, Cote de Jouan, Montmains, Vaucoupin, Chablis and Petit Chablis as well as Sauvignon de Saint-Bris.

Fourchaume is a Premier Cru vineyard located just to the north of Chablis’ Grand Crus. The 84-acre hillside parcel is considered one of the best of the Chablis Premier Crus, and some people feel it should be elevated to Grand Cru. Within Fourchaume there are several important climats, or sub-parcels, including Vaupulent, Cote de Fontenay, L’Homme Mort and Vaulorent. The Fourchaume soil is primarily a composition of limestone, clay and fossilized oyster shells.

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.