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Nestling in the valley above Chassagne and Puligny-Montrachet, lie the two villages of Gamay and Saint Aubin. Sharing the Saint-Aubin appellation, they are immensely proud of their proximity to Le Montrachet itself. After extensive tasting we discovered Sylvain Langoureau with the very style we were looking for – rich, generous, subtly-oaked, well-balanced acidity.
Grape
100% Chardonnay
Vineyard & Vinification Note
Environment: very good conditions allowing good maturity before the harvest
Yield: 48hl/ha
Soil: Clay-limestone with white marl and stones
Age of vines: 18 years
Density: 2.30 hectares
Vinification and ageing: After pressing, the musts are stabilized during 12 to 24 hours. Fermentation in barrels, 20% new oak, no yeast addition. Ageing for 10 months then fining in barrels and bottling
Tasting Note
Attractive golden shiny appearance with deep yellow tints. The nose is open, slightly toasted and very mature with a touch of red fruit aromas (blackberries). The dominating aromas are centered around spices and white fruits.
The palate is rich, very round, buttery with a beautiful length. It is a very delicious wine with beautiful appearance.
Burghound Tasting Note
Cool and airy aromas of citrus, green apple and petrol introduce racy, well-detailed and lightly mineral-inflected flavors that conclude in a saline, linear and moderately dry finale. This delicious effort should drink well shortly after release. 88 Points, June 2020
Food Pairing
A pleasure wine by definition. Great as an aperitif or with starters.