COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Maison Albert Bichot
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Albert Bichot Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Terrasses Monopole - Château Gris is a white wine from the Burgundy region of France. It is produced by Maison Albert Bichot, a family-owned estate with a long history dating back to 1831. The wine originates from a monopole vineyard located on terraces above the historic Château Gris in Nuits-Saint-Georges. This appellation is more commonly known for red wines, making this Chardonnay a distinctive offering. The vineyard itself is situated at altitudes between 260 and 330 meters, on calcareous clay soils, with vines averaging 25 years of age.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€95
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
White wine from Nuits-Saint-Georges is a rarity.
Fact 02
The vineyard is a monopole, meaning it's owned entirely by one producer.
Fact 03
Château Gris is an 18th-century property named for its grey slate roof.
Fact 04
The vineyard is planted on high terraces, between 260-330 meters altitude.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for this Chardonnay involves hand-harvesting the grapes. Fermentation occurs in oak barrels, followed by an aging period of 14 to 16 months on fine lees in oak barrels. Oak usage typically ranges from 25% to 35% new oak. The vineyard is a monopole of 0.67 hectares, planted on terraces with calcareous clay soil. The average vine age is 25 years.
