The Chablis 1er Cru Fourneaux comes from a steep, south facing slope on the far side of Fleys, across the valley from Grossot’s home and winery. Grossot replanted this vineyard because of its enormous potential. This Premier Cru represents fine value, and always “shows well” upon release. It is the most generous of the three Premier Cru bottlings, offering good depth of spicy, ripe pear fruit and a long finish.
A third of the must was fermented in large oak barrels for 7 months, and the remainder was fermented in stainless steel. The final blend was bottled 9 months after the harvest. It is the most forward of Corrine Perchaud's premier cru wines. Its creamy, tangy, delicate fruit is perfectly framed by the wine's acid structure.