Bougogne Chardonnay - Pillot 2023

Name: Bougogne Chardonnay - Pillot
Brand: Pillot
SKU: HERES-708095
Price: 41.57 EUR
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Format: 75 cl

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41,57 €

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Technical information

Producer	Pillot
Name	Bourgogne Chardonnay
Variety	Chardonnay
Vintage	2023
Gradation	13.0%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Fruity, notes of apple, citrus, butter
Vinification method	Fermentation in steel or wood
Region	Burgundy
Country	France
Type	White wine
Aging	Short aging, 6-12 months
Type of cask	Steel or wood
Color	Straw yellow
Serving temperature	10-12°C
Recommended consumption	Young, within 3-5 years
Pairing	Fish, shellfish, fresh cheeses

Descrizione

The Bourgogne Chardonnay by Pillot is an authentic and elegant expression of the Chardonnay grape variety, cultivated in the renowned lands of Burgundy in France. This wine presents itself with a light golden yellow color, symbolizing careful winemaking and balanced maturation. On the nose, it reveals a complex and seductive bouquet of aromas ranging from white-fleshed fruits, like peach and pear, to subtle touches of vanilla and butter, due to barrel aging. On the palate, the wine is rich and creamy while simultaneously displaying a lively freshness that brings balance and persistence. This Chardonnay pairs splendidly with elaborate fish dishes, shellfish, or can be enjoyed as an aperitif. It is an excellent choice for those seeking elegance and complexity in a white Burgundy.

The winery

Domaine Pillot (Romain & Simon) – Winery in Borgogna (Côte Chalonnaise - Mercurey)

Discover the story and wines of Domaine Pillot (Romain & Simon).

A family-owned winery in Mercurey (Côte Chalonnaise, Burgundy) led by Romain and Simon Pillot; producing traditionally styled red and white wines with village-level labels and some Premier Cru.

Region: Borgogna (Côte Chalonnaise - Mercurey)

Country: Francia

Grapes: Pinot Nero, Chardonnay, Gamay

Production on 17 hectares in the Côte Chalonnaise. Range that includes regional Burgundies, Village wines and Mercurey 1er Cru. Winemaking method declared as traditional, with manual harvesting in many parcels. Annual production listed on the website: approximately 900 hl. Winery run by Romain & Simon Pillot.

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Winery history

The Pillot family has been established in the Côte Chalonnaise for several generations: the company's website records six generations of winegrowers and viticultural activity on these hills for around 150 years. Bottles have been marketed since the 1960s, and the winery, with parts dating to the 18th century, was renovated in the 1990s. Romain and Simon are listed as the current managers, who officially took the reins of the estate in 2024.

Production philosophy

The estate highlights the passing down of family knowledge, a traditional winemaking approach, and meticulous vineyard care to express the character of Mercurey's terroirs. Traditional practices are combined with modern equipment and careful attention to the quality of the vineyard parcels.

Terroir and vineyards

Vineyards located in the Mercurey area in the Côte Chalonnaise, with parcels in crus such as 'Clos des Montaigus' and 'En Sazenay', and vineyards facing southeast on the area's typical clay-limestone soils.