Ratings
Vinous 90-92 · Jasper Morris 91-92
Identity
| Producer | Domaine Simon Colin |
| Year | 2023 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | 1er Cru |
| Grapes | 100% Chardonnay |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | bright pale gold color with silver reflections; Pale lemon |
| Aroma | nose of white flowers, citrus fruits, and dried fruits; refined, mixing delicate aromas of white flowers, lemon zest, green apple, and lightly toasted dried fruits, highlighted by a discreet chalk note |
| Palate | broad, precise, and saline palate; taut, ample, and saline, displaying beautiful density and remarkable length; fleshy mid palate, a pure white apple fruit, nicely balanced with adequate acidity |
| Finish | softness without overshadowing the wine's minerality; fine long finish; persistent finish |
| Food Pairing | noble shellfish, a white truffle risotto, or pressed cooked cheeses like aged Comté |
| Serving Temp | 11-12 |
| Aging Potential | 5 to 7 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| Biodynamic | Yes |
| ABV % | 13.5 |
| Aging Process | Aging in barrels (including a portion in carefully measured new wood); élevage period typically spans 12 to 15 months |
Terroir
| Soil | clay-limestone |
| Vine Age | old vines planted in 1950 near Morgeot and younger plantings from 1986 to 2022 |
Interesting facts
| High-altitude terroir at the border of Saint-Aubin, crafted for aging with 8-10 years potential, organic approach with biodynamic practices |
Logistics
| Barcode | 2000000567129 |