COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Bouchard Aîné et Fils
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Bouchard Aîné & Fils Chardonnay is a white wine from a producer with a long history, established in 1750 in Beaune, Burgundy. The winery is dedicated to expressing the richness of French terroirs. This particular Chardonnay offers a balance of traditional Burgundy character and, in some instances, the flexibility of broader French appellations like Vin de France or IGP Pays d'Oc. The 'Reserve du Conseiller' designation indicates a specific selection process for these bottlings.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€12
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
11-13°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Established in 1750, Bouchard Aîné & Fils is one of Burgundy's historic wine houses.
Fact 02
Some bottlings are classified as Vin de France, allowing winemakers more creative freedom.
Fact 03
The 'Reserve du Conseiller' designation suggests a higher level of selection.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Bouchard Aîné & Fils Chardonnay involves careful grape selection. Fermentation may take place in stainless steel tanks or barriques, with some wines undergoing aging on lees for added complexity. Specific bottlings, such as the 'Reserve du Conseiller,' may involve extended aging periods in French oak barrels, with a proportion of new and used wood, for up to 18 months. Other bottlings might see a shorter period in oak followed by stainless steel aging on lees.
