Chablis
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Location within Burgundy region
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Bourgogne-Franche-Comté | |
| Department | Yonne | |
| Arrondissement | Auxerre | |
| Canton | Chablis | |
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| • Mayor (2001–2008) | Patrick Gendraud | |
| Area1 | 38.83 km2 (14.99 sq mi) | |
| Population (2006)2 | 2,580 | |
| • Density | 66/km2 (170/sq mi) | |
| INSEE/Postal code | 89068 / 89800 | |
| Elevation | 126–311 m (413–1,020 ft) (avg. 140 m or 460 ft) |
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Chablis (pronounced: [ʃa.bli]) is a town and commune in the Yonne department in Burgundy in north-central France.
It lies in the valley of the River Serein.
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Wine
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The village of Chablis gives its name to one of the most famous French white wines. Chablis is made with Chardonnay, a grape that grows particularly well in the region.
Events
Each year the Festival du Chablisien is held May to June in Chablis, featuring classical, jazz, and world music.[1]
The fifth stage of the 2007 Tour de France departed from Chablis towards Autun.
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