Bouchard Pere & Fils Bourgogne Blanc La Vignee 2015

 Winery: Bouchard Père & Fils

Grapes: Chardonnay

Region: Bourgogne

Regional styles: Burgundy White

Food pairing: Pasta · Rich fish (salmon, tuna etc) · Shellfish · Mild and soft cheese · Cured Meat

Alcohol: 12.5 %

Source: Winemaker, 
Description: The regional appellations alone represent more than half of the production of the wines of Burgundy. The grapes picked from the whole growing area o'er a great diversity of flavour and quality. The A.O.C. wines from Bouchard Père et Fils are made from rigorously selected grapes and deserve a special mention, like this Bourgogne La Vignée Pinot Noir which is a harmonious blend of fruit and "terroir".
Grape variety: Pinot Noir
Soil of the appelation: Limestone and clay

Tasting note: Elegant small fruit flavours. A pleasantly balanced wine which reveals a harmonious blend of fruit and terroir. To enjoy young for its freshness, can age 3-4 years to develop more mature pinot noir notes.
Food/wine pairing: Roasts, poultry, meat pies, medium-flavored cheeses.
Serving temperature: Between 15°C to 16°C
Ageing potential: 3 to 5 years

Supplies: Purchases of musts and young wines are made through contracts with vine growers, who make a commitment to respecting Bouchard Père & Fils strict quality criteria. We pass on all our expertise so that the grapes selection conforms to our requirements.
Vinification: Depending on the profile of the vintage, vatting lasts 8 to 12 days.
Maturing: 9 to 10 months: 10 to 15% in French oak barrels, the rest in stainless steel vats.