2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Drinking Window Enjoy young for its fruit or keep for 2–3 years
Classification AOC Régionale
Region Bourgogne
Soil Calcareous clay soil that often contains marls
Production Details The grapes are handpicked. Ageing on fine lees is divided between 80% stainless-steel vats and 20% oak barrels for 9–11 months. Recommended serving temperature is 10–12°C.
Tasting Notes Flowers; soft; well balanced; minerality; silky and fragrant finish; hazelnut
Food Pairing Simply prepared fish and seafood; grilled white meat and poultry; white meat and poultry in a light sauce
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2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Chardonnay
Drinking Window Drink within 5 years of bottling
Classification Bourgogne AOC
Region Bourgogne
Fermentation Vessels Stainless-steel vat
Pressing Method Pneumatic Pressing
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Production Details Traditional Burgundy vinification follows pneumatic pressing and takes place in stainless steel with native yeasts and natural malolactic fermentation. The wine is partially aged in oak barrels, described as permitting micro-oxygenation and contributing roundness.
Tasting Notes Pale bright yellow; freshness; roundness; soft texture; white flowers; buttery notes; developing honey and nut aromas with age
Food Pairing Chicken; fish
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2020 Technical Specifications
Region Bourgogne
Soil Calcareous clay soil that often contains marls
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel, Oak Barrel
Oak Aging 9 months
Lees Aging 9 months
Serving Temperature 10°C · 50°F
Production Details Built in 1298 as a military fortress under the Duchy of Burgundy, the Château has undergone major transformations over the centuries. The winery and cellar, a 75-metre long structure built in 1728, are particularly remarkable and are still operational to this day. A perfect example of partnership, Château de Dracy's wines have been distributed by Albert Bichot since 1905! The vines are located in the region of Couchois, in the northern part of the Saône et Loire department, in the continuity of the Côte de Beaune. Alcoholic fermentation and aging on fine lees: 80% in stainless steel vats and 20% in oak barrels for 9 to 11 months.
Tasting Notes
Nose: flowers
Palate: soft, well balanced, minerality
Food Pairing simply prepared fish and seafood, white meats and poultry, grilled or served in a light sauce
Producer Information
Website
Address
6 Bis Boulevard Jacques Copeau, 21200 Beaune, France
Phone
+33 3 80 24 37 37
Owner
Albéric Bichot
Cellarmaster
Alain Serveau