COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Domaine Laroche
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine Laroche's Bourgogne Réserve 2023 is a 100% Chardonnay from Burgundy, France, classified under the Bourgogne AOC. The estate, with a history stretching back to 1850, is recognized for its commitment to sustainable viticulture, emphasizing a harmonious relationship between vine, soil, climate, and environment. This approach includes avoiding chemical treatments and focusing on resource conservation in their winemaking. The grapes for this wine are primarily sourced from the Mâconnais sub-region, specifically from villages like Viré-Clessé and Uchizy, contributing to its distinct character.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Domaine Laroche's vineyards are managed with a strong focus on environmental balance.
Fact 02
The estate avoids weed killers, pesticides, and anti-botrytis treatments.
Fact 03
The Mâconnais sub-region is a key source for this Bourgogne Réserve.
Fact 04
The winery prioritizes reduced energy consumption and water conservation.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Domaine Laroche Bourgogne Réserve 2023 involves fermenting 100% Chardonnay grapes, with 70% in stainless steel tanks and 30% in old French oak barrels at 16°C. The wine is then aged for six months on its lees. A significant portion of the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation. Domaine Laroche adheres to sustainable viticulture, avoiding chemical treatments in the vineyard and implementing resource conservation measures in the winery.
