Pouilly-Fuissé
Situation
Mâconnais
Level
AOC Village
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.
The vines are planted exclusively on slopes, which are often very steep. Varying exposure results in harvest dates that can stretch over a period of more than two weeks.
Tasting
The nose is extremely fresh and features scents of white-fleshed fruit and spices underpinned by a discrete hint of vanilla and oak. The palate boasts lovely minerality and perfect balance between vivacity and roundness. Highly aromatic and very pleasing finish.
Food/wine pairing
Taste this wine with finely prepared fish and seafood, or with white meats and poultry grilled or served in a light sauce.
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.
Vintages
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The vineyard
Soil: Calcareous clay soil containing pebbly scree
Vinification
Harvest: Handpicked
Fermentation: Oak barrels (30%) and thermo-regulated stainless steel tanks (70%)
Ageing
Ageing: On fine lees: 70% in stainless steel vats and 30% in oak barrels
Ageing time: 8 to 9 months
James Suckling.com (February 12th, 2019)
2017 Burgundy : A nuanced, terroir-driven vintage: 90/100
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