Monthélie
- RegionCôte de Beaune
- VillageMonthélie
- AppellationMonthélie
- Grape varietyChardonnay
The Vine
- Average vine age 15 years
- SoilClay and limestone.
- Average yield45 hl/ha
- HarvestHand picked
Wine tips
- Cellaring Potential3-5 years
- Serving temperature 11-13°
Description
- The vineyards extend over 98 ha covering the continuation of the Volnay slope and a broad basin behind the village itself which runs back northwards to link up with the Pommard hinterland. "Monthélie" comes from the Latin 'Monticulus' meaning a hill or small mountain.
Vinification & Ageing
- FermentationTraditional in oak barrels with complete malolactic fermentation.
- Ageing8 to 10 months ageing in oak barrels.
- BarrelsLouis Latour cooperage, French oak, medium toasted.
Wine tasting
- Tasting NoteWith a bouquet of fresh almonds and fall foliage this wine has a refined touch on the palate and great mellowness. To drink in 6-7 years.
- Food PairingFish- shellfish - poultry - cheese.
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