2018 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 50% Chardonnay, 50% Savagnin
Drinking Window Peak around 2030; stated cellaring potential of 10–15 years.
Classification Arbois blanc
Region Arbois
Soil Grey lias marl
Sites Château Gimon and Sous le Viaduc parcels, Montigny-lès-Arsures
Oak Types Oak
Production Details Savagnin was matured under a veil of flor in oak barrels for 4 years; Chardonnay was matured for 4 years in topped-up foudres. The components were blended 3 months before bottling.
Tasting Notes Clear pale-yellow color; aromas of dried fruit and walnut; pronounced Savagnin character on the palate, with Chardonnay contributing tension and minerality; powerful, complex, fruity and mineral.
Food Pairing Bresse poultry with morels; aged Comté; rhubarb tart.
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Producer Information
Website
Address
11 rue de l'Hôtel de Ville, 39600 Arbois, France
Phone
+33 3 84 66 08 89
Email
Owner
Familles Flambert et Dupuis
Cellarmaster
Chloé Weber