Bourgogne Blanc « Les Petits Poiriers »

Bourgogne Blanc

"Les Petits Poiriers"

GRAPE VARIETY:

Chardonnay

Soil:

Clay and limestone

Climat:

This name comes from the ancient French «Perier» (stones) which designates an old stone road.

Plot:

One plot of 34a16 planted in1990 facing North/south located in the bottom of the village on the dewatering valley.

Harvest:

By hand in small pierced boxes.

VINIFICATION & AGING:

Slow and gentle pressing during 4 hours, 24 hours settling and racking in 350 liter oak barrel for alcohlic fermenation with indeginious yeast. Aging on lees for 10 to 12 months and blending in stainless steel vats for 2 to 4 months.

TASTING:

Brilliant color, aromatic nose with notes of white flowers. A round and greedy mouth with aromas of green pear enhanced by a touch of freshness. A lively and full bodied wine.