2023 Chateau-Fuisse Bourgogne Blanc 750ml Slight Label Stain

*Slight Label Stain About the Wine The 2023 Château de Fuissé Bourgogne Blanc is a pure and expressive Chardonnay sourced from the vineyard Aux Drus, located in the village of Chasselas near the border of Beaujolais. The granite-based soils and northern exposure give this wine its signature freshness and precision. The vineyard, replanted in 2009, lies on a steep 30% slope that benefits from cool breezes and late budburst, ensuring slow ripening and exceptional aromatic intensity. Its proximity to Saint-Véran and Pouilly-Fuissé contributes to the refined character that defines this Bourgogne Blanc. Winemaking Grapes are hand-picked and whole-bunch pressed using pneumatic presses with gentle, progressive cycles. Fermentation begins naturally with indigenous yeasts in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks to preserve purity and terroir character. The wine is matured on fine lees with periodic stirring (bâtonnage) to add roundness and texture. Most vintages undergo full malolactic fermentation to balance acidity. Final fining is done with natural bentonite clay before a light filtration and bottling under high-quality cork or technical closures. Tasting Notes Colour: Bright yellow with green reflections and excellent clarity. Nose: Fresh citrus and white flowers, pure and intense. Palate: Lively and rounded, showing lemon, green apple and mineral tones with fine structure and balance. Finish: Fresh and elegant with persistence and finesse. Best enjoyed within five years of vintage. Specifications Winery: Château de Fuissé Country: France Region: Burgundy, Bourgogne Blanc (Chasselas) Variety: 100% Chardonnay Vintage: 2023 Vineyard Area: 0.5 ha (“Aux Drus”) Yield: 55 hl/ha Alcohol: 13% ABV Style: White – Fresh and Mineral Sweetness: Dry Maturation: Stainless steel on lees Winemaker: Antoine Vincent Ownership: Famille Vincent Production: Approx. 3,500 bottles Closure: Natural or technical cork Serving Temperature: 11 °C Food Pairing Excellent as an aperitif or with oysters, crustaceans, goat cheese, quiche, or parsley ham.