Vincent Girardin - Pouilly-Fuissé - Les Vieilles Vignes - Blanc - 2020

Wine:

A Selection Committee Favorite rated 93/100, the 2020 white Pouilly-Fuissé Vieilles Vignes is a marvelous expression of the appellation. The nose is pure, fresh, and floral, with a hint of chalk and woody aromas of custard and vanilla. On the palate, the wine's delicacy and precision are underpinned by the ripeness of the harvest, combining balance and freshness in a very seductive whole. A sure value not to be missed!

Vinification:

Hand harvested, direct pressing, cold settling.
Aged for 14 months in barrels, including 10% new wood.

Color:

Bright pale yellow.

Nose:

Highly complex, pure, fresh, floral, marked by notes of custard and vanilla.

Palate:

Fresh and well-balanced, this highly precise wine releases a seductive juice of beautiful ripeness and minerality.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Noble fish, white meats, seafood, goat's cheese.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2028, and even longer for enthusiasts.

With 2 stars in the RVF Guide, Maison Vincent Girardin is one of the top names in Burgundy. Uncompromisingly consistent, its wines are highly seductive, expressing a modern style that is both unctuous and concentrated.

Entirely converted to biodynamic viticulture and described as an "exceptional estate" by Robert Parker, our wines are among the most sought-after by Burgundy wine connoisseurs.