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Fournillon Bourgogne Blanc

2022
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Refreshing Chablis-esque Chardonnay. 

This is a 23-hectare family-run Domaine situated in the small village of Bernouil, close to Chablis. They currently only bottle 10% of production but are expanding to meet demand. The wines are crisp, mineral and typical of the Chablis region. The family are extremely proud of their Bourgogne Cuvée de l’Empéreur which comes from a small parcel of vines which are almost 2 centuries old.

From parcels of vines in the village of Bernouil, most Chardonnay grapes are harvested mechanically. The grapes are then transported to the estate there the juice is extracted by pneumatic press. Alcoholic fermentation is carried out in stainless steel tank under controlled temperatures. Ageing is also carried out in tank for a period of 12 months.

The clay-rich soils of Bernouil give this wine it’s depth of fruit combined with freshness and intense stone-fruit aromas. Unoaked, so more Chablis-esque in style, with hints of citrus, flint and cream.

Please note that this bottle sometimes has a different label, however the wine is the same. 

 

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Style

  • 4/5

    Acidity

  • 1/5

    Tannin

  • 1/5

    Sweetness

  • Medium

    Alcohol

  • Medium

    Body

Aromas

  • Apple

  • Lemon

  • Minerals

Details

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Wine TypeWhite wine
ClosureNatural Cork
Alc. Vol13
Units9.75
RegionBurgundy
CountryFrance
Grape VarietalChardonnay
Food PairingsWhite Meat, Goat's Cheese

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Burgundy

Burgundy

Probably the most iconic wine region in the world, the easiest way to get to grips with Burgundy is to understand that there are only two grape varieties to remember: Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Aligoté, Pinot Gris, Gamay, and Sauvignon Blanc also play their part, but the primary focus of Burgundy’s production is Pinot Noir for Bourgogne Rouge and Chardonnay for Bourgogne Blanc.

Located in the east-central part of France, Burgundy has 5 primary wine growing areas:

  • Chablis – Famous for lean, unoaked Chardonnay.
  • Côte de Nuits – Prime Pinot territory. The Grand Cru vineyards form a patchwork on the eastern slopes facing the valley of the Saône River, starting at the village of Gevery Chambertin, past Morey St-Denis and south to Vougeot and Vosne Romanée. 
  • Côte de Beaune – Rich Chardonnays aplenty. Grand Crus include Corton, Corton Charlemagne and Montrachet, whilst Village and Premier Crus include Chassagne-Montratchet, Meursault and Puligny-Montrachet.
  • Côte Chalonnaise – Value Pinot Noir, floral Aligoté and Sparkling Crémant.
  • Mâconnais – Great value and well-structured Chardonnays.
France

France

France – the home of Bordeaux, Burgundy and Champagne – is arguably the world's most important wine-producing country. For centuries, it has produced wine in greater quantity – and many would say quality – than any other nation, and its attraction is not just volume or prestige, but also the variety of styles available. 

The diversity of French wine is due, in part, to the country's wide range of climates. Champagne, its most northerly region, has one of the coolest climates, whereas Bordeaux has a maritime climate, heavily influenced by the Atlantic Ocean and the various rivers that wind their way between vineyards. Both in stark contrast to the southern regions of Provence and Languedoc-Roussillon, which enjoy a Mediterranean climate, characterized by hot summers and mild winters.

Terroir is also key. From the granite hills of Beaujolais to the famous chalky slopes of Chablis and the gravels of the Médoc, the sites and soils on which France's vineyards have been developed are considered of vital importance and are at the heart of the concept of terroir.

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