{"product_id":"pouilly-fuisse-1er-cru-au-clos-2023","title":"Pouilly-Fuissé 1er Cru \"Au Clos\" 2023","description":"\u003ch4\u003eVineyard and winemaking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAu Clos is a recognised Premier Cru climat in the heart of Solutré-Pouilly. Its clay-limestone soils and sheltered position give Chardonnay notable concentration, while the underlying limestone supplies the mineral tension needed to balance that natural richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hand-harvested grapes are pressed pneumatically and the juice settles naturally for around twelve hours before fermentation. Stainless steel preserves precision while a portion of barrel fermentation adds depth; full malolactic fermentation and approximately nine months in oak casks complete the élevage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrilliant gold with a youthful sheen and good depth of colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eNose\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite peach and lemon oil are layered with acacia honey, toasted almond and a restrained note of vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePalate\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull and finely textured, with ripe citrus and stone fruit wrapped around a firm mineral core. Almond, light toast and a touch of honey broaden the mid-palate, while fresh acidity draws the wine into a long, poised finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts depth calls for roast turbot with brown shrimp, seared scallops and cauliflower purée, veal blanquette, or a truffled cauliflower gratin. Serve at 11–13°C in a generous glass rather than over-chilling it.\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\u003eAu Clos demonstrates the extra dimension that a named Premier Cru can bring to Pouilly-Fuissé. This 2023 has the depth, flavour and panache to drink beautifully now, yet its fruit, acidity and measured oak suggest rewarding development in a well-kept cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine de Pouilly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":7849007349820,"sku":"VBFUISSEAUCLOS22","price":40.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/1984\/8252\/files\/domaine-de-pouilly-pouilly-fuisse-1er-cru-aop-au-clos-2023-0-standardised-600x960.png?v=1791377201","url":"https:\/\/sommelierschoice.co.uk\/products\/pouilly-fuisse-1er-cru-au-clos-2023","provider":"Sommelier's Choice","version":"1.0","type":"link"}