Wines
 
Burgundy White
Pouilly Fuissé - Rive Gauche
 

Grape Variety

Chardonnay 100 % - The most prestigious white grape variety in the world

 Area of Production

Village of Fuissé, near the famed prehistoric site of Solutré
Exposure  : East and Southeast (optimal) facing hillside slopes very well exposed to to the sun and protected from cold winds and dampness.
Soil  : Half clay and limestone with abundant fossilized seashells Half granite
Vineyard acreage  : 2.5 hectares (6 acres) Winemaking  : Grapes harvested exclusively by hand and mechanically, then crushed and juice extracted for fermentation at low, controlled temperatures. Malolactic fermentation, partial or complete, depending on natural grape acidity. Part of the harvest is aged in oak. Bottling at 6 to 8 months.

Tasting characteristics

Ready to drink 3 months after bottling, with 2 to 4 years keeping potential. Typical green-gold color.
Elegant and attractive bouquet of hazelnuts and toasted almonds, of acacia and white lilies.
Rich, smooth texture. Well defined chardonnay character, with pure, fresh, complex flavors. Excellent balance and good length.
In short, a superb white burgundy offering a very good quality/price ratio.