Chablis is a town and commune of the Yonne département in France in the north of Burgundy. It lies in the valley of the River Serein.
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.
Each year the Festival du Chablisien is held May to June in Chablis, featuring classical, jazz, and world music.
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