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White dry
Here's the English translation of the provided text about the François Mikulski Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune Blanc:
This refreshing white Burgundy wine, „Hautes Côtes de Beaune Blanc“, is a perfect reflection of the ‘Chardonnay’ grape and François Mikulski's winemaking philosophy.
The wine features spring-like aromas of white flowers and acacia, with mineral and smoky accents characteristic of Mikulski's wines. On the palate, the wine is silky, smooth, revealing notes of orange and apricot. The finish highlights a subtle bitterness and cardamom flavor, adding intriguing nuances.
The wine is made from ‘Chardonnay’ grapes from vines over 50 years old, meticulously cultivated according to organic standards in two vineyards: the majority (two-thirds of the volume) comes from a vineyard near Nolay, and the remaining third from Meloisey. The soil in both areas is clay and limestone, imparting mineral accents to the wine.
Fermentation takes place with native yeasts, allowing the natural character of the grape and terroir to unfold. This elegant ‘Chardonnay’ wine is aged in barrels, of which 17% are new oak.
Serve at 10-12°C with lobster, crab, scallops, seafood risotto or grilled roast chicken.
François Mikulski, the son of a Polish émigré, manages his winery in Chassagne-Montrachet and has turned his unusual surname for the region into an advantage. His wines stand out not only in taste but also in appearance – the winemaker's name, surname, and vineyard are simply written in white paint, like chalk, on a plain, monochromatic bottle. Since the family winery is located in the Meursault area, he primarily specializes in producing brightly flavored white wines bearing the village's name.
Aiming to preserve the inherent characteristics of the growing site and grape variety, François Mikulski employs organic winemaking methods. His wines are expressive, boast exceptional balance, and are enjoyable both fresh and aged.
The family currently manages 9 hectares of vineyards, three-quarters of which are dedicated to white grape varieties. The remaining just over 2 hectares are planted with ‘Pinot Noir’ grapes. Among them are also less famous but distinctive vineyards in Chassagne, Meursault, and Pommard.
After a meticulous sorting of bunches during harvest, grapes are destemmed and gently pressed using a pneumatic press. Natural yeasts are used for fermentation.
Aging in barrels lasts 10–12 months. To ensure the oak doesn't overshadow the vineyard's inherent flavor, François uses no more than 20% new barrels.
