Domaine Laroche owns 4.56 hectares of this Grand Cru, about the third of the total growth. East-south exposure can be great, that is what Blanchots demonstrates. Old vines bring grapes to full ripeness without compromising mineral character and aromatic finesse. The combination of clay, Kimmeridgian soil, 41 B rootstock and slow-ripening conditions has a positive impact on aroma and acid. From year to year, Blanchots exhibits wonderful finesse and aroma complexity. All vines are ploughed to aerate the soil and encourage the development of natural life. Vines are pruned and trained by hand.
Tasting
Pale gold.
Refined style with good balance of delicate white fruit flavour and fine acidity.
Good depth and long finish.
Wine-making
Whole bunches are collected in a pneumatic press. Then must settles for the next 12 hours at 12 to 15 °C in large vats. The must ferments at 20°C for 3 weeks.
Vintage report
2009 is a vintage to remember with a generous sun throughout the vegetative cycle and ripening season which enabled early harvest in September. The contrast of sunny days and cool nights resulted in ripe grapes with good freshness and an excellent aromatic synthesis. 2009 is a fruity, complex, balanced and harmonious vintage to be either drunk now of kept aside for a while.
Ageing
20 % of the wines are aged in French oak of which 25% new only. Combined to a moderate toasting, it allows a bright and pure fruit expression.
Food pairing
Fish with sauce hollandaise, lobster salad, mature goat cheese.
