Domaine La Croix Montjoie - Bourgogne Vézelay L'Élégante 2021
Burgundy
White
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2*Étoiles
Hachette
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16/20
Jancis Robinson
"Guaranteed fun!
This fine white from northern Burgundy's limestone terroirs lives up to its name! Elegant and delicate on the nose, this cuvée exudes fine vanilla notes. It unfurls on the palate, both chiselled and suave, with lemony, mineral notes reminiscent of Chablis terroirs.
Features
Estate
Domaine La Croix Montjoie
Cuvée
L'Élégante
Vintage
2021
Designation
Vézelay
Region
Burgundy
Grape varieties
100% Chardonnay
Terroirs
Clay-limestone soils, 30-year-old vines
Viticulture
In conversion to organic farming (certified from vintage 2022)
Harvest
Manual
Winemaking
Light pressing, alcoholic and malolactic fermentations in vats (75%) and barrels (25%).
Breeding
On fine lees for 9 months in vats (75%) and barrels (25%)
Alcohol content
12.5%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Brilliant golden hue
Nose
Discreet hazelnut
Mouth
Delicate attack, lingering saline notes on the finish
Serve
AT 10-12°C
Drink before
2028
Food and wine pairing
Perfect with scallops, fish terrines, cheeses...
Domain La Croix Montjoie
Vézelay
Expert opinion
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated wine (guide 2023) 2*Stars (Vintage 2020) (Outstanding wine)
Domain rated (guide 2023) Award-winning wines (The wines of this producer are regularly awarded by the guide)
About the domain :
Both agricultural engineers and oenologists, Sophie and Matthieu Woillez have been based in the commune of Tharoiseau since 2009. Their 13-hectare vineyard, planted mainly with Chardonnay, covers a hillside facing Vézelay. Organic conversion is underway.
Jancis Robinson
Rated 16/20 (Vintage 2020)
Domain Rated Recommended
Customer reviews
Customer rating
4.1/5
on 8 reviews
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