2023 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Classification Rully Premier Cru
Region Raclot
Soil Shallow soil with a limestone imprint
Production Details The wine was raised in barrels and demi-muids; at the time of the producer's note, its wood character was still integrating. Recommended serving temperature is 12–14°C.
Tasting Notes Fine aromatic intensity; fruity and floral nose; refined Chardonnay fruit; mineral tension; energetic acidity; saline finesse; initially noticeable wood.
Food Pairing White meats and hard cheeses
2022 Technical Specifications
Drinking Window 2025–2029
Classification Rully Premier Cru
Region Raclot
Vine Age Oldest vines 35–40 years old
Production Details Fruit came from a 0.42-hectare plot. The wine was vinified in one new demi-muid and old barrels.
Tasting Notes Lemongrass; exotic and yellow-fruit aromas; unctuous yet fresh palate; oak-supported, saline, slightly zesty, clean and compact finish; pronounced vitality.
2020 Technical Specifications
Drinking Window Drink for its fruit in youth or wait two to five years
Classification Rully Premier Cru
Region Raclot
Soil Marl and limestone, Becoming slightly clay-limestone at the bottom of the plot
Orientation South To South-East
Vine Age Approximately 25 years old
Tasting Notes Very fresh nose; peach, apricot and cherry-stone notes; aromatic, saline and gourmand profile; pleasing finish with skin-derived bitterness.
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2019 Technical Specifications
Drinking Window Allow a few years before drinking
Classification Rully Premier Cru
Region Raclot
Tasting Notes Rich and complex nose; slightly toasted woodiness; exotic and apricot-like stone-fruit aromas; vinous, round and fresh palate; slightly zesty, clean, compact and saline finish; sharp youthful profile.
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2018 Technical Specifications
Classification Rully Premier Cru
Region Raclot
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Producer Information
Website
Address
2, rue de la Fontaine, 71150 Bouzeron, France
Phone
+33 3 85 91 20 50
Email
Owner
Aubert de Villaine &
Pamela de Villaine
Pamela de Villaine
Cellarmaster
Pierre de Benoist