2023 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Drinking Window Drink young for its fruit or keep for 3 to 5 years
Classification AOC Village
Region Mercurey
Soil Calcareous clay soil with a high proportion of clay and bands of limestone rock close to the surface
Elevation 345.0 meters
Vine Age 20
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Pressing Method Gentle Pressing
Production Details The grapes are handpicked and sorted, then gently pressed. Alcoholic fermentation and maturation on fine lees take place in oak barrels, 15–20% new, for 12–14 months. The producer recommends serving at 11–13°C.
Tasting Notes White-fleshed fruit, subtle oak, mineral, lively and round, with a long finish
Food Pairing Finely prepared fish and seafood; grilled or stewed white meats and poultry
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