Jean-Michel Gaunoux Meursault 1er Cru "Les Gouttes d'Or"
FR2283-18
Jean-Michel Gaunoux
Jean-Michel Gaunoux Meursault 1er Cru "Les Gouttes d'Or"
Burgundy , France
| Type: | General |
| Varietals: | Chardonnay |
| Region: | Burgundy , Côte d'Or |
| Vineyard Size: | 0.31 ha |
| Planted: | 1950 |
| Farming Methods: | Hand harvested |
| Soil: | clay soils |
| Climate: | The vineyards of the Côte de Beaune benefit from a predominantly oceanic climate with a semi-continental influence, characterized by frequent rainfall throughout the year, cold winters, and hot summers. |
| Fermentation: | long, cool fermentation in barrel; 20-25% new and the rest are one-year-old |
| Winemaker: | Jean-Michel Gaunoux |
| Elevage: | racked into neutral vats after 12 months, and then bottled |
| ABV | 13.5% | SO2 | Yes | Sizes | 750ml |
ABOUT THIS BOTTLE
Limited to 5.33ha, "Goutte d'Or" is the smallest of the 1er Cru sites that is cultivated by Domaine Jean-Michel Gaunoux. Translated as "drops of gold", "Goutte d'Or" sits at a high elevation, that's on par with "Perrieres" and "Genevrieres", but here, the soil is clay heavy with a limestone base, where the vines take root on slopes that face east. A rich and fat wine, with a delicious and joyful hazelnut flavor. Almond and hazelnut roasted in a vegetal, floral and mineral environment. Butter, honey, citrus fruits also appeal to the nose. (www.hallesdequercamps.com)
