Ratings
91
Identity
| Producer | Domaine Roger Belland |
| Year | 2023 |
| Vol | 0.375 |
| Classification | Premier Cru |
| Grapes | 100% Chardonnay |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Pale golden-yellow with green highlights |
| Aroma | Aromas of citrus zest, pear, brioche, freesia blossoms and toasted almond, with subtle oak spice. Clos Pitois begins with a shimmering bouquet of white flowers, citrus, and ripe stone fruits, underscored by hints of hazelnut and subtle oak. |
| Palate | On the palate, pronounced minerality and zesty acidity support a generous fruit core. On the palate, the Clos Pitois Blanc offers a harmonious blend of apricot, lemon zest, and toasted almonds, supported by a creamy texture and vibrant acidity. |
| Finish | The finish is long, fresh, and mineral-tinged. The finish is long and mineral-driven, showcasing notes of flint and wet stone. |
| Food Pairing | Pairs beautifully with scallops, sole fillet, langoustines, creamy fish dishes or roasted poultry. Excellent with meaty or oily fish, risotto, and mild white cheeses with citrus accents. This wine pairs beautifully with scallops, creamy chicken dishes, or grilled fish. |
| Aging Potential | aging potential through 2033 |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 13.5 |
| Aging Process | Aged 8 months in French oak barrels - 30% new oak |
| Fermentation | Maceration and fermentation, thanks to modern technologies, take place at very low temperatures to create complex, pleasantly round and fruity wines. |
Terroir
| Soil | clay-limestone soils |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | The harvest is done entirely by hand, with a very careful selection of the best grapes, which are later moved into very small boxes so that nothing spoils the perfect berries. |
Interesting facts
| Clos Pitois monopole created by monks in 1421, exclusively owned by Domaine Roger Belland, 1.44 hectares, aged 8 months in French oak barrels with 30% new oak, hand-harvested with rigorous sorting |