SAINT AUBIN 1er CRU
En la Ranchée
A southern Côte de Beaune appellation, it is renowned for its white wines. This parcel of almost 1 hectare, situated on a hillside, faces due east.
Name: Saint Aubin 1er Cru white
Vine age: 20 years
Density: 10,000 plants / hectare
Soil: Limestone soils
Grape variety: Chardonnay
Vinification: 100% de-stemming; pressing; settling then alcoholic fermentation in vats for 8 to 10 days; aged for 8 to 10 months in oak barrels with 20% to 30% new barrels.
Characteristic:
Visual: Golden dress
Olfactory: White flowers, flint, green almond, orange blossom
Taste: Firm, complete
Food and wine pairing: Goes well with grilled fish and shellfish, osso-buco or shoulder of lamb...