Tasting Notes

The 2019 Francine Bachelier Réserve du Sanglier Chablis pays tribute to the reputation of Chablis and the appellation’s renowned terroir. Redolent with the soft scents of acacia and apple blossoms as well as a gentle minerality, the 2018 F. Bachelier Réserve du Sanglier Chablis begins to seduce the nose from the minute it is poured.

Unlike many New World Chardonnays in which the preponderance of oak tries to smother the fruit and obliterate the distinctive characteristics imparted by soil and climate, Francine Bachelier’s Chablis captures Chablis’ pure fruit flavors, flint-like tones, and crowd-pleasing finish with aplomb.

Medium-bodied, yet subtly complex, Francine Bachelier’s 2019 Réserve du Sanglier embodies not only the essence of Chablis, it portrays the versatility of Chardonnay and the grape’s distinct ability to reflect its terroir better than any other grape variety. Inviting and immediately engaging, the 2019 Francine Bachelier Réserve du Sanglier possesses the ability to slip ever so easily down the thirsty throat, so consider this forewarning.

For optimal enjoyment, we suggest affording Domaine Francine Bachelier’s 2019 Réserve du Sanglier Chablis a moderate chill (40°-45° F) before allowing it to unfold gently in the glass. Like a fine young red wine, authentic Chablis benefits from a few minutes of aeration. Enjoy!