{"title":"Louis Michel","description":"\u003cp\u003eFound in 1850 and now in its fifth generation. The domaine is today run by Jean-Loup \u003cspan class=\"markb0nhzx6b8\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\"\u003eMichel\u003c\/span\u003e and his nephew Guillaume-Giequeau \u003cspan class=\"markb0nhzx6b8\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\"\u003eMichel\u003c\/span\u003e. This is one of the finest domaines in Chablis. All the wines are made without the use of barrel for the purpose to produce wines with greatest purity. After a slow and gentle pressing, fermentation is at a low temperature of 18C to 20C. No cultured yeast is used since 2008. Elevage on the fine lees takes place in stainless steel vats, 8 months for village Chablis and up to 16 months for premier cry and grand cry vineyards. While \u003cspan class=\"markui2vy0iu2\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\"\u003eLouis\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"markb0nhzx6b8\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\"\u003eMichel\u003c\/span\u003e's village and premier cru wines can be drunk young, they can keep for longer term, esp. the Montee de Tonnerre. Grand cru wines need long aging to reveal its great potential and can be kept and develop for several decades.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The three top Chablis producers are fairly well agreed on among sommeliers: Francois Raveneau, Rene et Vincent Dauvissat, and \u003cspan class=\"markui2vy0iu2\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\"\u003eLouis\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"markb0nhzx6b8\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\"\u003eMichel\u003c\/span\u003e....\u003cspan class=\"markui2vy0iu2\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\"\u003eLouis\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"markb0nhzx6b8\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\"\u003eMichel\u003c\/span\u003e is the stalwart of stainless-steel, traditional, unoaked Chablis. I often think that \u003cspan class=\"markui2vy0iu2\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\"\u003eLouis\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"markb0nhzx6b8\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\"\u003eMichel\u003c\/span\u003e, though not as highly regarded, may be the best of all of them. The wine is pure, as transparent, and as direct as they come.” \u003cstrong\u003e(Secrets of the Sommeliers by Rajat Parr and Jordan Mackay)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Splendidly elegant, pure and fragrantly expressive wines. They can be austere in their youth, but they keep remarkably well. This is one of the top domaines in the appellation.\" \u003cstrong\u003e(The Wines of Burgundy by Clive Coates MW) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Those who favour stainless steel want the purest flavour of Chablis, with the firm streak of acidity and the mineral quality that the French describe as goût de pierre à fusil, or gunflint. \u003cspan class=\"markui2vy0iu2\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\"\u003eLouis\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"markb0nhzx6b8\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\"\u003eMichel\u003c\/span\u003e's is generally considered to be the epitome of this style.\" \u003cstrong\u003e(Jancis Robinson MW)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"This domaine is one of the finest in Chablis and has produced superlative wines year-in, year-out, without an oak barrel in use without an oak barrel in use.\" \u003cstrong\u003e(A Guide to the Wines of Chablis by Austin Biss)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"louis-michel-chablis-1er-cru-montmains-2023","title":"Louis Michel Chablis 1er Cru Montmains 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eLouis Michel \u0026amp; Fils is a family-run estate in Chablis that focuses on pure, terroir-driven wines with restrained oak and a strong emphasis on freshness. Their 1er Cru Montmains comes from the Montmains lieu-dit, a Premier Cru site in Chablis whose soils are limestone-rich clay, ideal for producing Chardonnay with intensity and mineral drive. The 2023 vintage is early in the life of this wine, reflecting the cool-climate precision and freshness typical of Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpect bright lemon and green apple, white peach, flinty minerality, and subtle floral notes. The palate is typically dry, with crisp acidity, a clean mid-palate, and a long, mineral finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing and Cellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe well chilled, around 10–12°C, in a white wine glass. This is a wine that can be enjoyed now for its freshness and will also develop nicely over the next 5–10 years, gaining subtle depth while retaining its mineral core.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fine Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47793489969323,"sku":"IN006-23","price":378.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3023\/7867\/files\/louis_michel_chablis_1er_cru_montmains.jpg?v=1789203399"},{"product_id":"louis-michel-chablis-1er-cru-montee-de-tonnerre-2023","title":"Louis Michel Chablis 1er Cru Montee de Tonnerre 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eMontée de Tonnerre is the most prestigious and sought-after of the Chablis Premier Crus, sharing many characteristics with the neighboring Grand Cru Blanchot. Louis Michel’s 2023 vintage shows low yields, resulting in a wine that is more primary and youthfully restrained, with excellent depth and mineral undertow. The wine is fermented with wild yeasts in temperature-controlled stainless steel, with partial malolactic fermentation, and aged for 10–12 months in 400-liter barrels, then lightly filtered before bottling. Aging in barrels adds subtle texture and complexity while preserving freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe nose is youthful and refined, with lemon, green apple, pear, flinty minerality, citrus peel, and white flowers. Some notes also mention dried honey and wet clay. On the palate, it is deep, full-bodied, reserved, and rock solid at the core, with a fine spine of acidity, excellent length, and grip, finishing very young, well balanced, and elegant. The wine is initially linear and taut, with plenty of structure and energy, revealing complex stony earth and lime zest over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwards and Accolades\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2023 Montée de Tonnerre received \u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e from John Gilman, with a drinking window of 2029–2055, and \u003cstrong\u003e91 points\u003c\/strong\u003e from Norwegian critics for the 2022 vintage, described as a youthful, mineral, and structured Chablis capable of 8–10 years of aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing and Cellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe at 8–10°C. It pairs beautifully with rich seafood, oysters, shellfish, and white meats.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fine Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47793490100395,"sku":"IN004-23","price":448.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3023\/7867\/files\/louis_michel_chablis_1er_cru_montee_de_tonnerre.jpg?v=1789203401"},{"product_id":"louis-michel-chablis-vieilles-vignes-2023","title":"Louis Michel Chablis Vieilles Vignes 2023","description":"\u003c!-- STYLE PROFILE GRID --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #222222; font-family: 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 24px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eStyle Profile at a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-bottom: 30px; border-top: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 12px 10px; border-bottom: 2px solid #eaeaea; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; 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font-family: 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 20px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: #444444; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 30px; padding-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eSourced from a single parcel of historic old vines that were planted in 1955.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eMatured entirely in stainless steel, honoring Louis Michel’s philosophy of preserving pure terroir and electric acidity without any oak influence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eSubject to an extended élevage (aging on fine lees) for a year longer than their standard cuvées, building exceptional texture and weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- TASTING NOTES --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #222222; font-family: 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 20px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: #444444; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.7; list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale yellow with bright, youthful reflections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intensely aromatic with notes of tangerine, orange oil, mirabelle plum, beeswax, wild heather, and striking sea-shell minerality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium- to full-bodied, deep, and concentrated. Tangy acidity cuts through a generous core of fruit, leading to a long, beautifully saline and chalky finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- SERVING SUGGESTION --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #222222; font-family: 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 20px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eServing Suggestion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: #444444; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 30px; padding-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve lightly chilled at 10–12°C. Avoid serving it ice-cold, which will mask the deep concentration and complex aromatics of the old vines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e A brief 30-minute decant, or simply opening the bottle ahead of time, is highly recommended to allow its tightly coiled mineral and floral notes to fully open up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWestern Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic matches include freshly shucked oysters, pan-seared scallops, or a delicate Dover sole in a light lemon-butter sauce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsian \u0026amp; Cantonese Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wine's pristine acidity and saline edge make it a brilliant match for local Hong Kong seafood. It pairs exceptionally well with \u003cstrong\u003e清蒸石斑魚\u003c\/strong\u003e (Steamed Garoupa), \u003cstrong\u003e蝦餃\u003c\/strong\u003e (Har Gow), or \u003cstrong\u003e冰鎮鮑魚\u003c\/strong\u003e (Chilled Abalone).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fine Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47793490329771,"sku":"IN008-23","price":324.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3023\/7867\/files\/louis_michel_chablis_vieilles_vignes.jpg?v=1789203401"},{"product_id":"louis-michel-chablis-1er-cru-vaillons-2023","title":"Louis Michel Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eLouis Michel \u0026amp; Fils is a family-run estate in Chablis that focuses on pure, terroir-driven wines with restrained oak and a strong emphasis on freshness. Their 1er Cru Vaillons comes from the Vaillons lieu-dit, a historic Premier Cru site in Chablis whose soils are limestone-rich clay, ideal for producing Chardonnay with intensity, precision, and mineral drive. The 2023 vintage is early in the life of this wine, reflecting the cool-climate precision and freshness typical of Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpect bright lemon, lime, and green apple, white peach, and flinty minerality with subtle floral notes. The palate is typically dry, with crisp acidity, a clean mid-palate, and a long, mineral finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing and Cellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe well chilled, around 10–12°C, in a white wine glass. This is a wine that can be enjoyed now for its freshness and will also develop nicely over the next 5–10 years, gaining subtle depth while retaining its mineral core.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fine Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47793490362539,"sku":"IN007-23","price":388.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3023\/7867\/files\/louis_michel_chablis_1er_cru_vaillons.jpg?v=1789203401"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.regiswine.com.hk\/collections\/louis-michel.oembed","provider":"Regis Wine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}