A mix of younger vines and long-term “estate-like” vines gives a truly cross-AVA look into Willamette Valley Chardonnay
fermented and aged in stainless steel tanks
10–15% new) for approximately 12 months
a rare instance of limestone in a California Vineyard
resinous characteristic in the Gamay clusters that is tempered by the fruit from the last block of Pinot Noir to be harvested from the vineyard
2022 Domaine Simon Bize et Fils Aux Vergelesses Blanc, Savigny-les-Beaune Premier Cru, France Hodgkinson A mix of younger vinesSize: 0. 30 ha (0. 74 ac) Variety: Chardonnay Vine Age: Planted in 1936 Terroir: Ile des Vergelesses, on a steep slope above Pernand, south facing, sandy marl and limestone. Viticulture: Organic (not certified) Vinification: Pressed directly, chilled and settled overnight, ambient yeast fermentation and aging for 12+ months in barrels (15 30% new), filtered if necessary.