Grape variety100% Chardonnay.
Tasting notesColour: Brilliant pale yellow in colour.
Bouquet: A very complex nose with floral and honey notes and a subtle hint of oak.
Palate: A lovely balance between richness and minerality in the mouth, followed by an incredible length.
Wine and food pairingDrink on its own, as an aperitif, or with elaborate cold starters, a creamed poultry, a veal blanquette or a nice river fish.
Serving temperatureDrink ideally at a temperature of 12 to 14 °C. (53-57°F.)
Ageing potentialCan be kept in the cellars for 6 to 8 years, in good storage conditions.
OriginBeaune is the winegrowing capital of the region and has played an important role in Burgundian history. Profits from the annual “Hospices de Beaune” wine auction continue to provide support to hospice residents.
The vineyards of Beaune are unique in that out of approximately 400 ha of vines under production, over 300 ha are classified as Premier Cru.
“Les Pertuisots” is located in the southern part of the appellation just near the famous “Clos des Mouches”. In Old French, pertuisot was a Burgundian diminutive form of pertuis meaning “a hole, an opening, a hollow”.
Vinification and maturingOnce sorted, the whole bunches of grapes were gently pressed for 2½ hours. The must was brought down to 12°C (53°F.) and then immediately transferred to barrels with no settling to preserve a maximum of lees. Long fermentation using indigenous yeasts for added complexity and freshness. Aged for 14 months with no racking or stirring to bring out all of this wine's minerality. A proportion of 25% new French oak barrels, toasted at low temperatures for a long time to impart a subtle, delicate touch of oak were used.
