Santenay Clos de Malte Blanc 2024
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France / Burgundy
This superb vineyard, acquired in 1993, sited on an amphitheater-like plot near the top of the slop of En la Fée is approximately 85% pinot noir and 15% chardonnay. This vineyard yields both a seductive red and a unique, earthy white wine. This white retains a stony, soil-driven flavor profile with substantial complexity and length.
Harvest Note
The 2024 vintage was challenging and ultimately saw severely reduced yields due to excessive rainfall with warm temperatures, leading to poor flowering and uneven fruit set and pressure from downy mildew. Low lying parcels suffered the most. Harvest began with dry weather on September 13th, and the small yields arrived in good condition.
Tasting Note
Clos de Malte white is typically a more linear-structured wine with nice tension and energy, and with a framework ideal for moderate aging. Very sleek with charming dry finish.
Technical Data
GRAPES: 100% Chardonnay
APPELLATION: Santenay AOC
PH: 3.34
ACIDITY: 4.15 g/L
ABV: 12.50%
AGING: 16 months in oak barrels; 1/3 new
MALOLACTIC FERMENTATION: Partial
Unique Selling Points
- An excellent under-the-radar white, Burgundy worth seeking out
- 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."
Frédéric Barnier, Technical Director
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.
