30ha in Organic Agriculture
Age of vines: 25 years on average.
Terroir
Boulbène and sandy silt on the surface and clay at depth.
Varieties
100% Chardonnay
Winemaking
Pneumatic pressing, settling at 6 C after 24 h Maceration on fine lees for 4 days Vinification at low temperature (below 18 C) controlled by a cold water exchanger 6 C 80 of the blend for this cuvée was vinified and aged for 4 months in French oak barrels.
The remainder was vinified and aged in French oak concrete vats. The remainder was vinified and aged in concrete vats.
Tasting
Pleasant, engaging nose evoking white-fleshed fruit and pear, with hints of quince and fresh hazelnut. A racy finish combining notes of hazelnut and spice with good persistence.
Wine and food pairing
Crépinettes of lamb with Chavignol crottin, brochettes of monkfish with smoked bacon.