Domaine Les Champs de l’Abbaye's 2022 Bourgogne Côte Chalonnaise 'Les Amourettes' is a biodynamic Chardonnay from the Aluze plateau near Mercurey. Crafted from young, high-density vines planted on white marl soils, this wine offers a vibrant expression of its terroir.

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Tasting Notes:
The wine presents a bright, medium-bodied profile with aromas of ripe yellow apple and pear, complemented by juicy tropical fruit and lemon confit on the palate. Despite its lithe 12.5% ABV, it delivers a round mouthfeel with a medium to full body, making it a versatile pairing for dishes like blanquette de veau, monkfish à l'oseille, or roasted pork belly. 

Winemaking:
Following organic and biodynamic practices, the grapes undergo pneumatic pressing, spontaneous fermentation with natural yeasts, and aging in oak barrels (15% new) for 12 months. The wine is bottled without fining or filtration, preserving its purity and expression of the Aluze terroir.

Food Pairings:
This wine pairs well with a variety of dishes, including shellfish, pasta, rich fish like salmon or tuna, and mild, soft cheeses. 

Cellaring Potential:
With its balance of freshness and depth, 'Les Amourettes' is approachable now and has the potential to develop further complexity with a few years of aging.

Technical Specs

Alcohol: 12.5% ABV
Closure: Cork
Harvest/Vintage: 2022
Oak: 12 months in French oak barrels, followed by blending and approximately three months of further ageing before bottling. Lightly filtered.
Varietals: 100% Chardonnay
Farming/Vineyard: Organic and biodynamic viticulture. Young, high-density vines planted in 2014 on the Aluze plateau near Mercurey. East-southeast-facing exposure, protected from prevailing westerly winds. White marl soils from the Middle Jurassic period.
Winemaking: Whole-bunch pneumatic pressing followed by spontaneous alcoholic and malolactic fermentation in oak barrels using natural yeasts.
Winemaker/Producer: Alain Hasard and family
Region/Appellation: Côte Chalonnaise, Burgundy, France
Classification: Bourgogne Côte Chalonnaise AOC

Serving Temperature: 12°C
Decanting: Approximately 1 hour of aeration in the bottle
Food Pairing: Scallops, lobster, oysters, salmon, roast poultry with cream sauce, mushroom risotto and aged Comté