Ratings
91 points by Neal Martin (Vinous) for 2023 vintage
Identity
| Producer | Domaine Pierre-Louis Bersan |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Premier Cru |
| Grapes | Chardonnay |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Pale yellow with green highlights, clear and brilliant |
| Aroma | Fresh citrus, lemon, green apple, delicate floral notes, flint, and subtle minerality |
| Palate | Crisp and taut with lively acidity, clean citrus and white fruit flavors, slender and finely chiseled texture |
| Finish | Long and persistent finish marked by pronounced salinity and beautiful mineral purity typical of Montmains |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with seafood, shellfish, white fish, light poultry dishes, and fresh cheeses |
| Aging Potential | 2 to 4 years |
| Serving Glassware | Standard white wine glass |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| ABV % | 12.5 |
| Aging Process | Fermentation with natural yeasts in stainless steel vats; some cuvées aged in oak barrels; minimal sulfur added at bottling |
| Fermentation | Spontaneous fermentation on indigenous yeasts in stainless steel vats |
Terroir
| Soil | Kimmeridgian limestone and clay-limestone soils from the Portlandian and Kimmeridgian eras |
| Vine Age | Old vines, some over 75 years |
| Harvest Type | Manual (hand-harvested) |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes are harvested and sorted by hand to preserve quality |
Interesting facts
| Domaine Bersan is a family estate dating back to 1453, certified organic since 2023, with medieval cellars from the 11th and 12th centuries used for aging |
Logistics
| Weight | Approx. 1200 grams |
| Cork | Cork |