COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Chasselas
PRODUCER
La Maison Carrée
REGION
Neuchâtel
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Short
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
La Maison Carrée Chasselas sur lie Non Filtré 2023 is a white wine from the AOC Neuchâtel region of Switzerland. The estate, La Maison Carrée, is a family-run property with a long history of winemaking, now dedicated to biodynamic farming practices. The vineyards are situated on slopes overlooking Lake Neuchâtel, benefiting from a soil composition of marl, limestone, and clay. This particular Chasselas is distinguished by its unfiltered nature, which contributes to a slightly cloudy appearance and a light effervescence. It undergoes aging on its lees (sur lie) for six months, a process that enhances its fruit character and expresses its local and original identity. The 2023 vintage is described as lively and subtle, reflecting the year's conditions. The producer's philosophy emphasizes a natural approach, aiming to allow the wine to express the terroir and vintage with minimal intervention.
ALCOHOL
11.2%
AVG. PRICE
€21
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Unfiltered for a natural texture and subtle spritz.
Fact 02
Aged on its lees (sur lie) for enhanced fruitiness.
Fact 03
Family estate with winemaking traditions since the 17th century.
Fact 04
Producer recognized for biodynamic farming.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes for La Maison Carrée Chasselas sur lie Non Filtré are grown using biodynamic farming practices on deep marly soils. The harvest is done by hand. The winemaking process involves a brief maceration followed by pressing with a vertical press. The wine then undergoes aging on its lees (sur lie) for six months in large oak vats or barrels. A key characteristic of this wine is that it is bottled unfiltered. The producer's approach is centered on minimal intervention to allow the expression of the terroir and vintage.
