Pouilly Fuisse AC White Dry Wine Chardonnay 2021 750ml / Joseph Drouhin

Grape Variety : Chardonnay.

Throughout the ageing process, decisions are taken only after careful tasting evaluation. The data obtained is completed through technical analysis. As with every other Joseph Drouhin wine, absolute priority is given to the true expression of terroir and character of the vintage.

Tasting note by Véronique Boss-Drouhin

"A seductive wine and a really nice expression of the Chardonnay grape! The colour is golden, with some green reflections. Among the floral and fruity aromas, almond and ripe grapes dominate. On the palate, the wine is refreshingly pleasant, ethereal in its lightness. Long and refreshing aftertaste".

Serving Temperature: 12/13°C (53-54°F).

Cellaring: 2 to 5 years.

Vineyard

Site: the vineyards of Pouilly and Fuissé (two separate villages) cover the slopes of Solutré and Vergisson, two well-known cliffs serving as backdrop to this magnificent landscape.

Soil: clay and limestone from the Jurassic age.

Viticulture

Plantation density: 8,500 vine stocks/hectare.

Pruning: Guyot

Yield: purposely low in order to extract all possible nuances from the terroir.

Supply: grapes and must purchased from regular suppliers (long term contracts).

Vinification

Pressing: very slow so as to respect the fruit. Juices from the last pressings are not retained.

No artificial yeasts or enzymes are used.

Ageing

Type: partly in stainless steel vats and partly in oak barrels (0% new oak).

Length: 6 to 8 months.

LA MAISON JOSEPH DROUHIN

In 1880, Joseph Drouhin, who was from the Chablis region originally, chose the city of Beaune to found the business that bears his name. Over the years and with each generation, the vineyard estate grew. At the same time, the founder's passionate search for excellence and knowledge was handed down like a family heirloom; Maison Joseph Drouhin continues to ensure this valuable family heritage.

Dedication to the diversity of Burgundy has always been the sole focus and vocation of Maison Joseph Drouhin, as vineyards - mostly premier and grand crus - were acquired in all major areas.