Premier Cru Santenay« Les Gravières »
- 2023
- 2022
Grape variety
Chardonnay
Area
1,62 ha
Appellation
Upon entering the Dheune Valley, the Côte de Beaune gradually slopes towards the south. Within the "Les Gravières" Climat, the vines are planted mid-slope, facing south. The soil is composed of marls and stone debris dating from the Upper Jurassic. On the higher part, where our Chardonnay vines are planted, the soil also contains white marls.
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Date of harvest
05/09/2023
Ageing
12 months
Date of bottling
18/03/2025
Characteristic
The winter was mild, but the alternation of warm and cool periods slowed the vines' growth cycle, thus budbreak was expected for late March - early April. As spring frost spared our vines, flowering began toward the end of May. A first heatwave came in early July, followed by a second one between August 10th and 25th, slightly delaying veraison. At the Château de la Crée, harvest started on September 3rd under summer conditions. 2023 marks the second consecutive vintage delivering both above-average yields and quality. The Chardonnay has reached optimal ripeness while preserving a lovely freshness. The Pinot Noir shows great aromatic structure.
Tasting note
This wine is a beautiful expression of its vintage and Climat, "Les Gravières". Its bouquet reveals aromas of citrus and white fruits, as well as notes of flowers and gunflint. Its bright and ample palate is elegantly balanced. It leads to a sapid and refreshing finish where mineral and citrus notes linger.
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