Ratings
Parker 92/100
Identity
| Producer | Vincent Girardin |
| Year | 2020 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | 1er cru, AOC |
| Grapes | 100% Chardonnay |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | A bright green-gold color |
| Aroma | The nose suggests mineral notes and well-integrated acidity, followed by hazelnut, amber, lemongrass, and green apple |
| Palate | Long and fine on the palate. A very beautiful precision is offered to us, with woody and fruity notes |
| Finish | A finish with a citrus note |
| Food Pairing | Will confidently accompany a fresh salmon steak, pan-seared scallops, or a magnificent blue lobster from Brittany |
| Serving Temp | 11-13 |
| Aging Potential | 15-20 |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| Biodynamic | Yes |
| ABV % | 13.5 |
| Aging Process | 18 months in French oak barrels, 15% new |
| Fermentation | Alcoholic and malolactic fermentations with indigenous yeasts and bacteria |
Terroir
| Soil | clay-limestone |
| Vine Age | 45 |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Manual harvesting, sorting on the vine and then at the winery, pneumatic pressing, and slow extraction |
Interesting facts
| Plenty of airy, aromatic width. Direct, mineral, sinuous, melting with flavor – such an excellent wine – and really great finishing too, so persistent!! |