2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Grape Varieties 100% Chardonnay
Drinking Window Cellaring potential of 6–8 years; starting point not specified
Classification AOC Rully Premier Cru
Region Vauvry
Soil White calcareous marl
Fermentation Vessels Barrels
Pressing Method Direct Pressing Without Crushing
Production Details Manual harvest; direct pressing without crushing; 48-hour static settling; alcoholic fermentation in barrels; maturation for 12 months in barrels followed by 6 months in stainless-steel tank. Recommended serving temperature is 10–12°C.
Tasting Notes Merchant sommelier note: pale gold; intense peach, white flowers, citron and pepper; powerful yet lively and stony, with a long, lightly oaky finish. Winemaker notes carried by Wine.com: nectarine, white peach, orange blossom, Anjou pear, blood orange and ginger, with vibrant acidity, mineral structure, tension and concentration. Wine Advocate describes Meyer lemon, iodine, honey and oatmeal, with a glossy, textural, medium- to full-bodied profile.
Food Pairing Aperitif; fish; shellfish and crustaceans; white meat; poultry. The merchant specifically suggests pike-perch with beurre blanc and braised leeks.
Critics Ratings 91
Vintages
2022 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Chardonnay
Drinking Window Cellaring potential of 6–8 years; starting point not specified
Classification AOC Rully Premier Cru
Region Vauvry
Soil White calcareous marl
Fermentation Vessels Barrels
Pressing Method Direct Pressing Without Crushing
Production Details Manual harvest; direct pressing without crushing; 48-hour static settling; alcoholic fermentation in barrels; maturation for 12 months in barrels followed by 6 months in stainless-steel tank. Recommended serving temperature is 10–12°C.
Tasting Notes Merchant sommelier note: pale golden yellow; peach, grapefruit and pepper aromas; powerful palate balanced by mineral and saline tension; long finish with fresh-almond nuances.
Food Pairing Aperitif; fish; shellfish and crustaceans; white meat; poultry. The merchant specifically suggests pike-perch with sorrel butter and roasted asparagus.
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