Domaine de la Vougeraie - Beaune - Blanc - 2020

Wine:

Produced from just under half a hectare of potent red soils, rich in iron oxide, and situated in a valley near the premier crus, the 2020 white Beaune is a magnificent Chardonnay characterized by freshness, tension, and roundness. This wine serves as an impressive introduction to the Maison's style, offering a full entry into the grandeur of Burgundy!

Vinification:

Hand harvested on August 28, 2020 on fruit day. Sorting in the vineyard and at reception in the winery. Whole grapes pressed in a pneumatic press, settling for 12 hours. Fermentation starts in stainless steel tanks and delicate in barrels. Aged 16 months in casks (16% new, origin of wood: Cîteaux), then 2 months in stainless steel tanks. Bâtonnage (stirring of the lees) once a month under a rising moon until December. Light filtration. Bottled on April 27, 2022, on sheet day. Limited run of 3998 bottles.
Certified organic wine.

Recently awarded 3 stars by RVF for its "exceptional level," and a beacon of grand Burgundy prestige, Domaine de la Vougeraie stands as one of the most accomplished houses today. Its organic cultivation and biodynamic practices, in place for twenty years, along with a magnificent vineyard heritage – 67 plots over 34 hectares – and the talent of Sylvie Poillot, result in captivating wines. These are among the most elegant and inspiring of their appellations.

The commitment to meticulous cultivation combined with inspired craftsmanship, including the significant use of whole-bunch fermentation, creates a delicate and sensual style. This approach offers a supreme grace in texture and flavor.

The estate has now established itself as one of the most promising in the Burgundy landscape, consistently producing exceptional wines. It's time to fully recognize its stature!