2024 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Chardonnay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption after 8 to 10 years; ageing potential 15 years
Classification Premier Cru
Region Morgeot
Soil Marl and limestone
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Pressing Method Slow Pneumatic Pressing; The Last-Press Juice Is Separated From The Free-Run Juice
Oak Types French high-forest oak
Serving Temperature 13°C · 55°F
Production Details Grapes and musts were purchased from supply partners under rigorous specifications. Grapes were harvested by hand in open-work crates and carefully sorted if necessary. After light settling, the juice was transferred to barrels. Alcoholic and malolactic fermentation and élevage took place in oak barrels, approximately 20–25% new; maturation lasted 16–18 months.
Tasting Notes Light golden colour; hawthorn, apricot and blond-tobacco aromas developing dried-fruit and rare-spice nuances; silky texture, subtle tannin and a persistent finish
Food Pairing Haute cuisine; shellfish cooked in a light wine sauce; delicate grilled or poached fish such as Dover sole
2023 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Chardonnay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption after 8 to 10 years; ageing potential 15 years
Classification Premier Cru
Region Morgeot
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Pressing Method The Last-Press Juice Is Separated From The Free-Run Juice
Serving Temperature 13°C · 55°F
Production Details Grapes and musts were purchased from supply partners under rigorous specifications. Grapes were harvested by hand in open-work crates and carefully sorted if necessary. After light settling, juice was transferred to barrels. Alcoholic and malolactic fermentation and élevage took place in oak barrels, approximately 20–25% new; maturation lasted 16–18 months. Tim Atkin’s release note identifies two Morgeot sectors, Les Grands Clos and Vigne Blanche, with an average vine age of 35–40 years.
Tasting Notes Light golden colour; hawthorn, apricot and blond-tobacco aromas developing dried-fruit and rare-spice nuances; silky texture, subtle tannin and a persistent finish
2022 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Chardonnay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption after 8 to 10 years; ageing potential 15 years
Classification Premier Cru
Region Morgeot
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Pressing Method The Last-Press Juice Is Separated From The Free-Run Juice
Serving Temperature 13°C · 55°F
Production Details Grapes and musts were purchased from supply partners under rigorous specifications. Grapes were harvested by hand in open-work crates and carefully sorted if necessary. After light settling, juice was transferred to barrels. Alcoholic and malolactic fermentation and élevage took place in oak barrels, approximately 20–25% new; maturation lasted 16–18 months.
Tasting Notes Light golden colour; hawthorn, apricot and blond-tobacco aromas developing dried-fruit and rare-spice nuances; silky texture, subtle tannin and a persistent finish
2021 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption after 8 to 10 years; ageing potential 15 years
Classification Premier Cru
Region Morgeot
Soil Marl and limestone
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Pressing Method Slow Pneumatic Pressing; The Last-Press Juice Is Separated From The Free-Run Juice
Oak Types French high-forest oak
Serving Temperature 13°C · 55°F
Production Details Grapes and musts were purchased from supply partners under rigorous specifications. Grapes were harvested by hand in open-work crates and carefully sorted if necessary. After light settling, juice was transferred to barrels. Alcoholic and malolactic fermentation and élevage took place in oak barrels, approximately 20–25% new; maturation lasted 16–18 months.
Tasting Notes Light golden colour; hawthorn, apricot and blond-tobacco aromas developing dried-fruit and rare-spice nuances; silky texture, subtle tannin and a persistent finish
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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