COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Domaine La Soufrandière
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
La Soufrandière's La Carbonnode 2021 is a Vin de France Chardonnay from Burgundy. The grapes are sourced from the La Bonnode vineyard, situated at 250 meters altitude at the base of Roche de Vergisson, with vines averaging 35 years old. The vineyard soil is a mix of limestone marl and light clay. Domaine La Soufrandière is a family estate managed by brothers Jean-Philippe and Jean-Guillaume Bret, who are committed to organic and biodynamic farming practices. The wine's distinctive character stems from its semi-carbonic maceration winemaking technique, a departure from traditional white wine production.
ALCOHOL
11.0%
AVG. PRICE
€33
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'La Carbonnode' is a blend of 'Carbonique' (for carbonic maceration) and the vineyard name 'La Bonnode'.
Fact 02
This wine is classified as Vin de France, allowing for winemaking experimentation outside appellation rules.
Fact 03
The vineyard is located at 250 meters altitude, facing east.
Fact 04
Total sulfur levels are exceptionally low, around 26 mg/l.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Chardonnay grapes for La Carbonnode are sourced from the La Bonnode vineyard. The winemaking process involves a 9-day semi-carbonic maceration of whole clusters in a closed tank, followed by pressing and fermentation in barrels. The wine then ages for 17 months in a mix of oak barrels and foudres. Harvests are done by hand. The domaine adheres to organic and biodynamic farming principles, with practices such as plowing vineyards and using herbal teas. Total sulfur content is kept very low.
