Pernand-Vergelesses Clos de la Croix de Pierre Blanc 2023
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France / Burgundy
This is a discrete white Burgundy from an historic terroir facing the hill of Corton. Entirely contained within the larger vineyard called En Caradeux, the Clos de la Croix de Pierre has been a Jadot mainstay for generations. This vineyard is on a moderate slope with orientation to the East / Northeast. This white is grown at the top of the slope on thin light soils. This section is classified as Villages while the lower red wine section is Premier Cru. As a lesser-known wine, and with a complicated name, this offers a strong value proposition and a delightful discovery. Chardonnay here is managed in the exact same manner as for the more famous appellations.
Harvest Note
2023 was a hot and dry growing season which was saved by significant rain in June. This allowed the vines to withstand summer heat and drought and led to ideal sanitary conditions and a modest yield yet concentrated vintage.
Technical Data
GRAPES: 100% Chardonnay
APPELLATION: Pernand-Vergelesses AOC
PH: 3.39
ACIDITY: 3.83 g/l
ABV: 13.73%
MALOLACTIC FERMENTATION: Partial
Unique Selling Points
- One of several unique Jadot wines to expand our knowledge of Burgundy
- This is the white counterpart of the red Pernand from the lower part of this slope
- Viticulture is certified Organic
- Represents a strong quality / price advantage
- Benefits from Jadot's overall consistency and attention to detail
"My aim is to craft enchanting wines that taste of the great diversity of Burgundy."
Frederic Barnier, Winemaker
About the Grape
Chardonnay
Though it has a distinctive profile, Chardonnay reflects other factors such as soil composition and vinification technique. Chardonnay is a reliable, hardy and prolific vine whose only real vulnerabilities are frost and uneven development of fruit.
