Joseph Drouhin - Saint-Véran - White - 2022

Wine:

The 2022 White Saint-Véran offers a perfect blend of freshness and charm. The aging process enhances the wine without overshadowing its natural qualities, creating a lively and energetic palate with a rich texture that closely resembles a Pouilly-Fuissé. The balance between tension and roundness is expertly achieved, featuring perfectly ripe fruity and floral notes. This Chardonnay is taut, with just the right maturity to add depth and vitality, without any excess. It’s an elegant wine, ideal for starting a meal, pairing wonderfully with dry cheeses or seafood.

Vinification:

Grapes purchased from regular, well-regarded winegrowers.
Slow pressing, fermented and aged 2/3 in vats and 1/3 in 500-litre oak barrels for 6 to 10 months.

Color:

Beautifully intense, brilliant gold.

Nose:

Classic Chardonnay aromas shine through, with notes of crushed almond, butter, and a refined minerality.

Palate:

Vibrant and focused, with a bright, lively character, this cuvée delivers a beautifully mature profile accented by floral tones.

Temperature:

Decant before serving between 10 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Aperitif, dry cheeses, seafood platter.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2029.

The use of organic and biodynamic farming, the careful selection of staves for barrel making, and the meticulous vinification processes have rightfully placed Joseph Drouhin among Burgundy's finest labels.

Don't miss this excellent trio at an accessible price, a perfect reflection of the Maison's craftsmanship.