COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Jaffelin
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Jaffelin Saint-Aubin Premier Cru 'Sur Gamay' 2019 is a 100% Chardonnay from the Saint-Aubin Premier Cru appellation in Burgundy, France. Situated in the C么te de Beaune, this wine hails from the 'Sur Gamay' vineyard, named after a neighboring hamlet. The producer, Maison Jaffelin, has a long history in Beaune, dating back to 1816, and focuses on expressing the terroir and vintage character. The 2019 vintage was notable for drought conditions leading to low yields and high wine concentration.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
12-14掳C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 'Sur Gamay' vineyard's name may be linked to the nearby hamlet that historically gave its name to the Gamay grape.
Fact 02
Saint-Aubin is often referred to as the 'C么te des Blancs' for its focus on white wines.
Fact 03
The 2019 vintage's high concentration is comparable to legendary years like 1969 and 1999.
Fact 04
Jaffelin has been a fixture in Beaune since 1816.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the Jaffelin Saint-Aubin Premier Cru 'Sur Gamay' 2019 begins with hand-harvested Chardonnay grapes. These are directly pressed using a pneumatic press. Alcoholic fermentation occurs exclusively in French oak barrels. The wine is then aged for approximately 13 months in French oak, with about 40% of the barrels being new. Lees stirring (b芒tonnage) is performed occasionally during this aging period.
