2023 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption 2 to 4 years; ageing potential 5 years
Region Bourgogne
Soil Clay and limestone
Fermentation Vessels Two-thirds stainless-steel vats and one-third 500 L oak barrels
Pressing Method Pneumatic Pressing After Harvest
Barrel Size 500
Production Details Made from grapes and musts purchased from supply partners under producer specifications. Grapes may be harvested by hand or machine, followed by pneumatic pressing and juice settling. Fermentation is two-thirds in stainless-steel vats and one-third in 500 L oak barrels; maturation remains mixed for 6–10 months. Recommended serving temperature is 12–13°C (53–55°F).
Tasting Notes Fruity and lively, golden yellow with a greenish glint; aromas of fresh grape and green almond; elegant texture. The 2023 presentation additionally describes yellow fruit, floral hints, an ample, full-bodied palate, freshness and finesse.
2021 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption 2 to 4 years; ageing potential 5 years
Region Bourgogne
Soil Clay and limestone
Fermentation Vessels Two-thirds stainless-steel vats and one-third 500 L oak barrels
Pressing Method Pneumatic Pressing After Harvest
Barrel Size 500
Production Details Made from grapes and musts purchased from supply partners under producer specifications. Grapes may be harvested by hand or machine, followed by pneumatic pressing and juice settling. Fermentation is two-thirds in stainless-steel vats and one-third in 500 L oak barrels; maturation remains mixed for 6–10 months. Recommended serving temperature is 12–13°C (53–55°F).
Tasting Notes Fruity and lively, golden yellow with a greenish glint; aromas of fresh grape and green almond; elegant texture. The 2021 presentation describes the white wines as less opulent, well-balanced and aromatically attractive.
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2020 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption 4 to 6 years; ageing potential 8 years
Region Bourgogne
Soil Clay and limestone
Fermentation Vessels Two-thirds stainless-steel vats and one-third 500 L oak barrels
Pressing Method Pneumatic Pressing After Harvest
Barrel Size 500
Production Details Made from grapes and musts purchased from supply partners under producer specifications. Grapes may be harvested by hand or machine, followed by pneumatic pressing and juice settling. Fermentation is two-thirds in stainless-steel vats and one-third in 500 L oak barrels; maturation remains mixed for 6–10 months. Recommended serving temperature is 12–13°C (53–55°F).
Tasting Notes Fruity and lively, golden yellow with a greenish glint; aromas of fresh grape and green almond; elegant texture. The 2020 presentation adds honey, fruit and dried-fruit aromas with an impression of freshness.
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Producer Information
Website
Address
7 Rue d’Enfer, 21200 Beaune, France
Phone
+33 3 80 24 68 88
Owner
Drouhin family
Cellarmaster
Véronique Boss-Drouhin