Son of Michel and Leslie Dupont-Fahn, Raymond Dupont-Fahn is a fifth-generation winemaker and has worked closely with his father and grandfather from an early age. He started to manage his own Domaine of five hectares at the age of 21. He has produced some stunningly great wines from humble appellations Auxey and Bourgogne.
Grape
100% Chardonnay
Vineyard & Vinification Note
Age of vines: 15 years old
Vines are located near Chevalier Montrachet.
Sustainable farming
Ploughed with no weed control.
Harvest by hand. Pressing for 2 hours. Light settling. In barrels on lees for 12 months. Racking. Vatting in stainless steel vats for 4 months – Light fining and bottling
Tasting Note
Saline savoury mineral notes along with its aromas of ripe peach and vanilla. Honeyed and ripe, creamy, rich with notes of toasted nuts. Really good structure and concentration. Great length
Food Pairing
Great with fish, chicken, veal creamy pasta dishes, fish in sauce, mushrooms and soft cheeses.