The Givry Premier Cru En Veau produces an elegant and delicate white Burgundy crafted from 15-year-old Chardonnay vines grown in clay-limestone soils. Practicing biodynamic viticulture, the vineyard is meticulously managed with hand harvesting, green harvesting, and a focus on acidity over ripeness. Fermented with wild yeast in a mix of tanks and barrels, the wine is aged for one year in 50% new oak and 50% one-year-old barrels. The result is a refined wine with vibrant notes of stone fruit and citrus, showcasing the finesse of the Givry 1er Cru appellation.
Domaine Joblot 'En Veau' Givry 1er Cru Blanc 2022
Domaine Joblot is widely recognized for reviving the Givry appellation in Burgundy's Côte Chalonnaise, thanks to its exceptional wines and rigorous standards. Now led by second-generation winemaker Juliette Joblot, the estate sustainably farms 13.5 hectares, including nine hectares of premier cru vineyards, such as Clos de la Servoisine and Clos du Cellier aux Moines.
Juliette prioritizes acidity over sugar when determining harvest times and enforces strict vineyard selection, sometimes discarding up to 40% of a vintage to maintain quality. The wines, crafted through natural fermentation and careful vinification practices, reflect the unique rocky limestone soils of Givry's natural amphitheater. The reds are plush, spicy, and balanced, while the whites are both dense and lively. While approachable upon release, Joblot wines are known for their ability to age gracefully for up to 25 years in strong vintages.
Domaine Joblot remains a benchmark producer, showcasing the charm and depth of Givry wines while continuing to highlight the region’s rich history and potential.
The Givry wine region, located in Burgundy's Côte Chalonnaise, is known for its charming and elegant wines, predominantly crafted from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. With a history dating back to the time of Henri IV, Givry features a natural amphitheater that shelters its vineyards from westerly winds, creating an ideal microclimate for viticulture. Its rocky, limestone-rich soils impart a distinctive minerality and finesse to the wines.
Givry is home to several Premier Cru vineyards, producing reds that are supple, spicy, and balanced, and whites that are dense yet lively. Although the region experienced a decline following the phylloxera epidemic in the late 19th century, producers like Domaine Joblot have led its resurgence, placing Givry firmly back on the map of Burgundy’s esteemed appellations. Known for approachable wines with excellent aging potential, Givry offers a compelling mix of history, terroir, and quality.
