2024 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Chardonnay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption 8–20 years; ageing potential 20 years.
Classification Premier Cru
Region Genevrieres
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Pressing Method Slow Pneumatic Pressing; The Last-Press Juice Is Separated From The Free-Run Juice.
Serving Temperature 13°C · 55°F
Production Details Purchased grapes and musts are hand-harvested in open-work crates and sorted if necessary. After slow pneumatic pressing and limited settling, the juice enters barrels. Alcoholic fermentation, malolactic fermentation and maturation occur in oak barrels, approximately 20–25% new, with maturation lasting 16–18 months.
Tasting Notes Véronique Boss-Drouhin: pale yellow; concentrated, elegant aromas of almond, warm bread, fine spice and grilled dried fruit; ample, generous palate with vanilla and citrus; very long finish. The sheet's broader 2024 white-wine note adds fresh fruit, citrus, almond, white blossom, freshness and purity.
2023 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Chardonnay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption 8–20 years; ageing potential 20 years.
Classification Premier Cru
Region Genevrieres
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Pressing Method Slow Pneumatic Pressing; The Last-Press Juice Is Separated From The Free-Run Juice.
Serving Temperature 13°C · 55°F
Production Details Purchased grapes and musts are hand-harvested in open-work crates and sorted if necessary. After slow pneumatic pressing and limited settling, the juice enters barrels. Alcoholic fermentation, malolactic fermentation and maturation occur in oak barrels, approximately 20–25% new, with maturation lasting 16–18 months.
Tasting Notes Véronique Boss-Drouhin: pale yellow; concentrated, elegant aromas of almond, warm bread, fine spice and grilled dried fruit; ample, generous palate with vanilla and citrus; very long finish. The sheet's broader 2023 vintage note describes yellow fruit, floral hints, an ample full-bodied palate, generosity, freshness and finesse.
2022 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption 8–20 years; ageing potential 20 years.
Classification Premier Cru
Region Genevrieres
Soil Limestone and clay
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Pressing Method Slow Pneumatic Pressing; The Last-Press Juice Is Separated From The Free-Run Juice.
Oak Types French oak
Serving Temperature 13°C · 55°F
Production Details Purchased grapes and musts are hand-harvested in open-work crates and sorted if necessary. After slow pneumatic pressing and limited settling, the juice enters barrels. Alcoholic fermentation, malolactic fermentation and maturation occur in oak barrels, approximately 20–25% new, with maturation lasting 16–18 months; the wood comes from French high-forest oak.
Tasting Notes Véronique Boss-Drouhin: pale yellow; concentrated, elegant aromas of almond, warm bread, fine spice and grilled dried fruit; ample, generous palate with vanilla and citrus; very long finish. The producer's broader 2022 white-wine note adds citrus, ripe fruit, delicate florals, spicy pastry, fleshy texture, roundness and a rich, balanced finish.
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2020 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption 8–20 years; ageing potential 20 years.
Classification Premier Cru
Region Genevrieres
Soil Limestone and clay
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Pressing Method Slow Pneumatic Pressing; The Last-Press Juice Is Separated From The Free-Run Juice.
Oak Types French oak
Serving Temperature 13°C · 55°F
Production Details Purchased grapes and musts are hand-harvested in open-work crates and sorted if necessary. After slow pneumatic pressing and limited settling, the juice enters barrels. Alcoholic fermentation, malolactic fermentation and maturation occur in oak barrels, approximately 20–25% new, with maturation lasting 16–18 months; the wood comes from French high-forest oak.
Tasting Notes Véronique Boss-Drouhin: pale yellow; concentrated, elegant aromas of almond, warm bread, fine spice and grilled dried fruit; ample, generous palate with vanilla and citrus; very long finish. The producer's broader 2020 vintage note adds honey, fruit, dried fruit and 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