Pernand-Vergelesses
1er Cru Sous Frétille
A demanding vintage. 2023 is now seen as the hottest year with the temperatures above seasonal averages. This vintage is also characterized by significant water deficit during the growing season and strong disease pressure. We also noticed strong heterogeneities in maturity with dynamics that are difficult to anticipate. The harvest was generous, allowing us to carry out a thorough sorting, especially on the Pinot Noir.
Vineyard
This Sous Frétille terroir is located at the top of the hillside in the village of Pernand-Vergelesses, under the protection of the Virgin "Notre Dame de Bonne Espérance" which overlooks it (a quiet place where walkers go with pleasure in good weather to admire the panorama). If the altitude varies between 320 and 380m, the terroir is made up of two parts: one facing South/South East, while the small part is more turned South/South West. Sous Frétille is located a stone's throw from Corton-Charlemagne. The soils are made up of limestone marl, quite shallow and stony, ideal conditions for Chardonnay.
Wine-growing method : HVE 3 (High Environmental Value Level 3)
Surface tillage because of the risk of erosion.
Manual harvest: 100%
Sol : Stony limestone marls
Vinification
100% Chardonnay
At their arrival in our cellar, the grapes are immediately and carefully pressed with a pneumatic press.
Partially crushed grapes.
24h static settling
Alcoholic and malolactic fermentations in oak barrels.
12 months of ageing (including 4 months of mass assembly)
100% in barrels (including 14% new barrels)
13% vol.
Tasting
Tasting note
A precise wine, carried by a beautiful mineral structure. Energetic and vibrant, it offers a tense and radiant structure, perfect for lovers of freshness and purity. The finish, clean and persistent, leaves an impression of great vitality.
Food pairings
It goes well with goat cheese and almond crostini, a chanterelle tart or even pan-fried turbot.
temperature
10-12°C
2024-2030
