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MARSANNAY 2023

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2022 2023

Varietal

100% Chardonnay.

Tasting notes

Colour: Brilliant yellow with golden tints.

Bouquet: On the nose, this wine reveals aromas of yellow and white fruits but also of fresh hazelnuts as well as spicy notes.

Palate: the palate on the freshness, is counterbalanced by a rather round structure. A very nice length.

Food and wine pairing

This Chardonnay goes perfectly with white meats (poultry, veal, pork) and risotto. It also enhances Asian cuisine, particularly sushi, and goes well with seafood. Over time, it will also go well with goat's cheese.

Serving suggestions

Serve ideally at a temperature of 12 to 13°C. (53-56°F.)

Ageing potential

A nice white Burgundy that can be kept in the cellars 5 years at least.

Origins

Marsannay is the most northerly village on the Côte de Nuits in Burgundy, just after Dijon. Marsannay is the only local appellation to produce wines in all 3 colours: red, white and rosé. Recognised as the gateway to the Côte de Nuits, the appellation area covers the communes of Chenôve, Marsannay-la-Côte and Couchey.

From north to south, the vines grow on the best parts of the hillside and foothills (between 255 and 390 metres altitude), with exposures ranging from due east to due south. All of this on a wide variety of soils dating from the Middle Jurassic period: bedded sandstone, Entroques limestone, Oestra acuminata marl, the old Ouche river bed or alluvial pebbles...

Vinification and maturing

The grapes are harvested by hand and sorted manually on arrival at the winery. The grapes are immediately pressed. The temperature of the must was brought down to 12°C. (53°F.) and then was transferred to barrels (30% new barrels made from French oak, lengthily toasted) after a very soft racking to preserve a maximum of good lees. Alcoholic fermentation and maturing process in barrels during 12 months, on lies.

Vintage : 2023

The ideal weather conditions in Burgundy in 2023, characterised by a favourable spring, a hot summer with cool nights, moderate rainfall and an early autumn harvest, played a key role in the high yields and exceptional quality of the grapes at harvest time.

The white wines are distinguished by their elegance, complexity and liveliness. Subtle aromas of white fruit, citrus and floral notes add to their remarkable freshness.

The red wines are powerful and well-balanced, with aromas of red and black fruit, as well as spicy and mineral nuances. The silky tannins add an elegant structure, promising harmonious ageing.

In short, these are expressive, fruity wines with very fine aromatic profiles.