2022 Jean-Philippe Fichet, Bourgogne Cote d'Or Blanc Vieilles Vignes, Burgundy, France
$55.00
VINEYARD: Several old parcels primarily in Meursault, including one that abuts Charmes.
SOIL:Clay-limestone
VITICULTURE:Viticulture is “lutte raisonée” (reasoned organic). Jean-Philippe aims to know his vines, and to work with them to find a healthy equilibrium. Grapes are hand harvested.
VINIFICATION:Fermentations take place in barrel and tank
AGING:The wines enjoy an unhurried 18-month élevage. A six-year barrel rotation is employed, with only a few wines (in top vintages) seeing more than 20% new wood.""
Specs
- Country France
- Region Burgundy
- Style White Wine
- Producer Jean-Philippe Fichet
- Farming Practices Organic
- Grapes Chardonnay
- Food Pairings Roast White Meats, Braised Things, Fresh Seafood, Red Sauce
- Characteristics Flexes w/ Food, Dressed to Impress, Big Power