Santenay Premier Cru "La Maladière" 2017
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Behind its pale lemon color, this Santenay Premier Cru “La Maladière” hides medium intensity aromas of lemon, apple, and pear, as well as notes of honeysuckle. With refreshing acidity, the palate reveals flavors of white fruits, lime and subtle hints of vanilla. Chiseled and lively, it is a Chardonnay enjoyable now.
ALCOHOL13.6% volSERVING TEMP.12°CDRINKABILITYNow to 10 years -
Located above the village of Santenay, our Premier Cru “La Maladière” combines a marly-clay and limestone-rich soil that produces a mineral and lively Chardonnay. Lying at the southern extremity of the Côte de Beaune, the appellation was created in 1937. Renowned for its intense red wines across the world, Santenay also produces a handful of chiseled white wines like our “La Maladière”.
APPELLATIONSantenayTYPE OF CRUPremier CruALTITUDE240 to 280 meters -
Fermentation and aging in the same French oak barrels. Malolactic fermentation. Aging on lees for 12 months. Fining and light filtration before bottling.
HARVESTSeptember 9, 2017AGING12 months in French oak barrelsPRODUCTION2,090 bottles