BEAUNE

PREMIER CRU

Les Grèves

Region : Côte de Beaune
Village : Beaune
Appellation : Beaune Premier Cru
Grape variety : Chardonnay

The Vine:

Average vine age : 35 years

SoilChalk and clay.

Average yield : 40 hl/ha

Harvest Hand picked

Description:

Found amongst the northern vineyards of Beaune, this excellent site overlooks the medieval fortified town of Beaune, that remains to this day the wine capital of Burgundy. Burgundy vineyards named “Les Grèves” generally designate soils formed of loose rock, fine scree, sand, and gravel which are particularly favourable to the cultivation of vines. Our vineyards are located on the gentle slopes of the hill of Beaune next the vineyard of “Les Teurons”. The clay and limestone soils of “Les Grèves” suit the Chardonnay grape and contribute to making this wine one of the fullest and richest of the Beaune appellations.

Vinification & Ageing :

Fermentation : traditional in oak barrels with complete malolactic fermentation.

Ageing : 8 to 10 months ageing in oak barrels, 100% new

Barrels : Louis Latour cooperage, French oak, medium toasted

Wine tips :

Cellaring Potential : 5-7 years

Serving temperature : 12-14°

Tasting Note :

Our Beaune 1er Cru ‘Grèves’ 2022 has a bright and pale yellow colour. Its nose is floral, with honeysuckle, vanilla and woody notes. Its full-bodied palate reveals notes of toasted hazelnut and a saline finish. Nicely persistent.

Food Pairing :

Fish – shellfish – sweet and savoury dishes – Soumaintrain cheese.