Pouilly-Fuissé Tête de Cru Les Perrières 2018
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France / Burgundy
Les Perrières is 2.5 acres in size and is situated on the ‘back side of the rock’ with a sloping southeastern exposure just above the Le Clos parcel. The soil, which is derived from alluvial deposits, consists of a mix of deep silt and clay containing few stones. The subsoil features streaks of limestone and limestone marls, while the top layers, which are moderate in depth, are littered with stones on the surface. The vines have an average age of 35 years old. The wine is fermented in oak barrels before further barrel maturation, a part of it on lees.
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2018 vintage
Unique Selling Points
- Vines averaging 35 years old
- Tête de Cru and Cuvée Hors-Classe are precursors to new, higher classification (Premier Cru) sites within the appellation currently under consideration by INAO
- Flavors will deepen as the wine ages
“Wine is the most beautiful and noble form of expression.”
Audrey Braccini, 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.
