Premier Cru Montée de Tonnerre
The vintage
The year began with cold, dry, and sunny weather, with an early budbreak in March caused by a surge in temperatures. In April, morning frosts affected all areas of the vineyard, particularly those on the right bank. The return of warm weather in May allowed for a rapid and uniform flowering. However, from July onwards, the weather became more variable, with rain and hail. A heatwave in late August accelerated ripening before autumn arrived abruptly, bringing cooler, greyer, and sometimes rainy conditions. Harvesting began on September 4, with grapes of excellent quality.
Location
An appellation of 43 hectares on the right bank of the Serein, extending from the Grands Crus Les Clos and Blanchot. With a geological structure similar to the Grands Crus and a very good exposure, this terroir ranks among the greatest of the Premiers Crus.
Terroir
With a soil composed of white stones, low in gravel and shallow, similar to the Grands Crus, and a beautiful exposure, this terroir is among the best of the Premier Crus.
Winemaking
Application of the principle of gravity to avoid any pumping, which could alter the quality of the wine. Short-duration pneumatic pressing (1h30 to 2h00) for a delicate separation between the solid and liquid parts of the grapes. Very light static settling to retain enough fine lees for the alcoholic and malolactic fermentations to occur naturally. The vinifications are carried out in stainless steel vats. Aging lasts 19 months, including 5 to 6 months on fine lees in French oak barrels for 35% of the blend. The aging process finishes in small stainless steel tanks.
Grapes
Tasting
Complex bouquet with floral and fruity aromas and intense mineral notes.
Robust palate in its youth, evolving towards subtlety and elegance after a few years.
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