Ratings
91 points by Jasper Morris MW for 2018 vintage
Identity
| Producer | Dominique Derain |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Premier Cru |
| Grapes | 100% Chardonnay |
| Color | white |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | White |
| Aroma | Dried white flowers, apple pie, pear jam, honey, aromatic herbs, mineral |
| Palate | Lively and full-bodied, aromatic and fresh sip, savory and of good length |
| Finish | Savory and of good length |
| Food Pairing | Dumplings |
| Aging Potential | 5-10 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 12.0 |
| Aging Process | Fermentation in used French oak barrels with native yeasts, malolactic fermentation, aging 12-14 months on fine lees in used French oak barrels |
| Fermentation | Alcoholic fermentation in used French oak barrels with native yeasts, followed by malolactic fermentation |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | Mid-slope, south-facing plot |
| Soil | Iron-rich soil near Saint Aubin Village |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Manual harvest with meticulous destemming |
Interesting facts
| Dominique Derain is a Burgundy guru, pioneer of biodynamic viticulture in Saint-Aubin, now succeeded by Julien Altaber and Carole Schwab who continue his legacy. |
Logistics
| Cork | synthetic cork |