Production
Sourced from various parcels of Chardonnay vines in the Côtes de Beaune with an average age of 25 years of age, lying on water-retentive clay with fossilised sea shells. The grapes are grown sustainably, limiting the use of phytosanitary chemicals and preferring tillage to herbicides. Harvest is done by hand, grapes are sorted in the vineyard and placed directly in small drilled boxes, avoiding maceration before winemaking and limiting handling. Whole bunches are pressed gently as soon as they arrive in the cellar and are fermented and aged in oak barrels, 55% of which is new oak, for fifteen months.
Tasting notes
Lifted and appealing oak aromas on the nose followed by a palate with plenty of substance and finesse. Some creamy textural notes reveal a subtle presence of oak, a pleasing savoury aspect on the mid-palate whilst the finish is satisfying and complex with underlying minerality and citrus zest.
Food match
Dishes served with a rich, creamy and buttery sauce - hollandaise or béarnaise sauce will work beautifully too.
