This wine is of very limited quantity. As such, the Digital Somm did not get a taste, but you can! Unfortunately, while that means there is limited detailed information and no Digital Somm recommendations associated with rating the wine, you do still receive loyalty points, so cheer up!
Pinot Noir is arguably the most revered grape variety in the world with origins in Burgundy, France where the best expressions can still be found. Pinot Noir is not only a tough grape to grow, it also shows miniscule differences in terroir arguably more than any other grape variety. Stylistically, it is generally higher in acid and lower in tannin but can vary depending on the location, and winemaking technique. It is very versatile with food, and shows a range of flavor from red and black fruit, floral, spice, earth, and mineral qualities.
Chardonnay
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Chardonnay may be the most versatile white wine grape, often seen as a blank canvas. It displays various flavors and aromas depending on where it is grown and more specifically, how it is made. It can range in Palate Character from Bright & Crisp to Rich & Full depending on the climate. It is also particularly malleable and highly affected by winemaking choices like as malolactic fermentation, lees stirring, barrel fermentation and ageing practices.
Vilmart & Cie was established in 1890 by Désiré Vilmart, in the village of Rilly-la-Montagne. It is now led by Laurent Champs, the fifth generation of the Vimart family.
Vilmart practices organic and biodynamic farming on 10 parcels that make up a total of 11 hectares of vineyards, averaging 35 years old. All grapes are hand-picked, pressed, and settled before gently being transferred to oak barrels.
Vinification of all wines takes place in wood, with malolactic fermentation blocked, so the resulting wines have crisp acidity balanced by a characteristic richness.
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