{"product_id":"domaine-de-pouilly-bourgogne-blanc-chardonnay-aop-2024","title":"Bourgogne Blanc Chardonnay AOP 2024","description":"\u003ch4\u003eVineyards and winemaking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Chardonnay comes from east-facing vineyards close to Saint-Véran and Pouilly-Fuissé. Shallow clay-limestone soils allow the roots to meet the bedrock, bringing mineral freshness to the generous fruit of the southern Mâconnais.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are harvested by hand and fermented in a combination of stainless steel and oak barrels. Ageing on the lees adds breadth and a gentle savoury texture while the restrained use of wood leaves the orchard and citrus fruit clearly defined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright pale gold with youthful green reflections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eNose\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh pear, green apple and lemon zest are lifted by acacia blossom, with a quiet suggestion of almond and cream beneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePalate\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry, supple and energetic, combining white peach and crisp apple with clean acidity. A fine chalky note and discreet lees-derived texture give the wine shape before a bright, citrus-led finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with grilled lemon sole, crab cakes with herb mayonnaise, a chicken and spring-leek pie, or a salad of roast pear, chicory and goat's cheese. Serve cool, allowing a few minutes in the glass for the texture to open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBackground story\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDomaine de Pouilly is based in Solutré-Pouilly at the heart of the Mâconnais. Brothers Vincent and Pierre-Antoine Besson represent the family's fifth generation of winegrowers, following a line that began with their grandfather Pétrus in 1933.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe domaine covers approximately 20 hectares across numerous parcels in Pouilly-Fuissé and neighbouring appellations. Many vines are more than 50 years old, and the brothers combine sustainable cultivation with close personal oversight from vineyard to bottle. This Bourgogne Blanc offers an accessible introduction to their house character: ripe enough to be generous, but defined by freshness and a clear limestone imprint.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine de Pouilly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31923257475132,"sku":"VBBOURGCHARD23","price":22.15,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/1984\/8252\/files\/domaine-de-pouilly-bourgogne-blanc-chardonnay-aop-2021.jpg?v=1728468934","url":"https:\/\/sommelierschoice.co.uk\/products\/domaine-de-pouilly-bourgogne-blanc-chardonnay-aop-2024","provider":"Sommelier's Choice","version":"1.0","type":"link"}