Like a true French Puligny-Montrachet this Amourette is focused and brilliant. This mineral-driven vintage captures energy and shows an inherent richness while the interplay of flavors and textures can only be described as utterly breathtaking.
This leads into a palate that is really striking, with perfect pitch and poise, showing notes of ripe white fruit with its power held in check by bright acidity and balancing a complex mineral structure.
The finish is an unexpected continuation of the delicate flavors that make this wine very special. No big buttery oak here just the lingering delicacy yet with lots of energy, and a long, stylish finish.
No expense is spared in making Amourette in the traditional French Montrachet style being fermented and aged in barrel. Alcoholic fermentation lasts about 6 to 8 weeks and is quickly followed by partial malolactic fermentation at an optimal cellar temperature of 62°F to fully develop its delicate flavors.
During this period the wines are lightly stirred *("bâtonnés")*, taking into account their level of evolution from juice to finished wine.
Once the malolactic fermentation is achieved, the wines are racked. Then starts the maturing process, always in barrels, in cold cellars at 55°F for around 11 months.
Color | White |
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Vintage | 2016 |
Harvest Date | 16th Sep 2016 |
Style | White Burgundy |
Appellation | Dry Creek Valley |
Varietal | Chardonnay |
Date Bottled | 14th Aug 2017 |
Drinkable | 2017 - 2021 |
Alcohol | 13.90% |
Bottle Size | 750ml |