Pouilly-Fuissé 1er Cru "Clos Reyssié"
Situation
Mâconnais
Level
AOC Premier Cru
Grape variety
Chardonnay
Located in Southern Burgundy, this appellation is located in the villages of Fuissé, Solutré, Pouilly, Vergisson and Chaintré in the Mâconnais region.
Clos Reyssié, with its 21,5 acres of Premier Cru vines, is located in the commune of Chaintré. The vines are planted at altitudes of between 230 and 250 m. on a magnificent slope that benefits from full eastern exposure.
Tasting
Fine, delectable nose featuring notes of white flowers and citrus fruit combined with a touch of honey. This is a very flattering wine on the palate, round and generous, yet balanced by pleasing freshness.
Food/wine pairing
Taste this wine with finely prepared fish and seafood, or with grilled or stewed white meats and poultry.
Recipe suggestion: fish tajine with vegetables
Serving and keeping
Serve between 11 and 13°C (52-55°F).
To taste young on the fruit or to keep 3 to 5 years and more.
Vintages
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The vineyard
Soil: Shallow calcareous clay soil, considerable clay but pebbly
Vinification
Vatting: Thermoregulated stainless steel tank.
Ageing
Ageing: Aged on fine lees for 11 months.
Ageing time: 10 to 12 months on fine lees
Proportion of new barrels: 20%