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White dry
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Discover the exceptional Jean-Noël Gagnard Côte de Beaune "Sous Éguisons" 2023, a testament to ‘Chardonnay's’ power in a unique terroir.
On the nose, expect a matchstick mineral note alongside vibrant citrus, leading to a palate of grapefruit, lemon, and lime. A slight creaminess balances the precise, linear structure and integrated acidity, culminating in a pure, pristine character and a mineral finish.
The name "Sous Éguisons" refers to the cliff above the vineyard. The cliff offers protection from the north winds, which is a significant advantage given how harsh the climate is and how bitter the spring frosts are at this altitude.
Aged 12-15 months on lees in barrels (33% new), this wine embodies the tradition and experience of great quality, offering a sophisticated and age-worthy expression of Hautes-Côtes de Beaune “Chardonnay”.
Serve at 10-12°C. Ideal with meaty fish (halibut, cod), lobster, crab, scallops, risotto with seafood/bearnaise. On grilled roast chicken or salmon.
In 1989, after returning from a business school in Paris, Caroline L’Estimé took over the winemaking craft from her father, Jean-Noël Gagnard. The style of this farm, which specializes in white Chassagne-Montrachet wine, emphasizes the delicate character of the Chardonnay grapes. The wine from the vineyards managed by Caroline stands out with delicate aromas of wild mushrooms, melted butter, dried herbs and citrus fruits. Asked why her wines are just that, unique to Chassagne-Montrachet, the winemaker smiles and just shrugs - "I try not to disturb the influence of nature on wine itself". The wines are made simply and sincerely. There are no games with reductions, and new oak barrels are almost never used. As the farming is organic and still in line with biodynamic principles and procedures, the delicate processes in the winery seem very logical. Caroline is true to the Chassagne tradition: for white wines are mostly used neutral oak barrels, where the wine is matured for as long as 18-20 months. Almost no filtration. Since 2014 12.5 ha of exclusive family vineyards have been certified organically and are now managed biodynamically.
