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Located north of the Grand Crus, “Fourchaume” is the largest Premier Cru with a surface area of 320 acres.
The vines are planted on a south-southwest facing slope that is well protected from the north winds. Heat tends to accumulate in this area, which allows the growth cycle to get off to an early start.
The vines are planted on a south-southwest facing slope that is well protected from the north winds. Heat tends to accumulate in this area, which allows the growth cycle to get off to an early start.
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Terroir
Rather deep, well-drained soil composed of limestone and brown clay.
Winemaking
Handpiking, sorting of the grapes, gentle pressing so as to respect the fruit.
Alcoholic fermentation and aging on fine lees: 65% in stainless steel vats and 35% in 1 to 5-year-old oak barrels for 9 months.
Finished aging in stainless steel vats for 2 months.
Alcoholic fermentation and aging on fine lees: 65% in stainless steel vats and 35% in 1 to 5-year-old oak barrels for 9 months.
Finished aging in stainless steel vats for 2 months.
Varietal
Chardonnay
Advice
Serving
Serve between 11 and 13°C (52-55°F).
To taste when young or to keep 5 to 7 years.
To taste when young or to keep 5 to 7 years.
Tasting
Sophisticated nose featuring floral and mineral notes. The palate is rich, intense, and extremely elegant. Long, fresh finish.
Food pairings
Seafood: scallops, prawns
Raw, marinated or grilled fish
Recipe suggestion: sea bream ceviche wih lemon and pink berries
Raw, marinated or grilled fish
Recipe suggestion: sea bream ceviche wih lemon and pink berries
