2021 Xavier Monnot "Les Grandes Coutures" Bourgogne Blanc, Burgundy, FranceABOUT THIS WINE Chardonnay Les Grandes Coutures is from three plots bordering Meursault with vine ages from 15 to 51 years. Soils are predominantly argile (clay), bringing weight and texture to this Bourgogne Blanc. The wine was aged from 12 to 14 months in 15 20% percent new French oak. After hand harvesting, Chardonnay is lightly crushed by foot before pressing. Alcoholic fermentation takes place in barrels using indigenous yeasts. During barrel

This wine was barrel fermented with native yeasts in french oak (33% new) and aged sur lie for 18 months

it is situated in a shell-shaped depression on the right bank of the river Ebro

Their longevity is legendary

cold and wet winters allow the vines to rest well

Dosage of sugar: 10g/l

along with parcels in Le Mesnil sur Oger Grand Cru

with the majority of their plantings dedicated to Sauvignon

producing grapes with uplifted tones and refined tannins

Bründlmayer has holdings in other top vineyards in the area

but Raphael Saint Cyr intends to help change that

the traditional family home

candied ginger and dusty minerals