Domaine Derain Burgundy Blanc La corvee aux Moines

France, Burgundy, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy blanc
Bottle
Identity
Producer Domaine Derain
Vol 0.75
Classification AOC
Grapes Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc
Color white
Sweetness dry
Tasting
Aroma Citrus, white flowers, fresh orchard fruits, mineral notes, subtle honey, and a hint of lees character
Palate Fresh and balanced palate with vibrant acidity, medium body, mineral-driven, with a creamy texture from lees aging and a clean finish
Finish Clean, mouthwatering finish with lingering mineral and subtle fruit notes
Food Pairing Seafood, grilled white fish, roasted chicken, creamy cheeses, light salads
Aging Potential 3-5 years
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
Natural Yes
ABV % 13.0
Sugar (g/l) < 2.00
Aging Process 7 months on fine lees in fiber tanks (no oak).
Fermentation manual harvesting, direct pressing, alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts in a fiber tank.
Terroir
Soil clayey‑calcareous
Vine Age Vineyard planted since 2013
Harvest Type manual
Harvest Desc manual harvesting, direct pressing, alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts in a fiber tank.
Interesting facts
Adjacent to Puligny-Montrachet; made in a natural style with biodynamic vineyard practices.
Logistics
Cork natural cork