Domaine de l'Aigle Chardonnay
75cl / 2022
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Wine description
- One of the highest situated domains in Languedoc Roussillon
- A terroir (soil and climate) similar to that of Burgundy
- A delicate Chardonnay (grape variety), intense aromatic (influence of the Languedoc climate) and structured (maturing in barrels)
- The estate is cultivated in biodynamic agriculture certified Demeter since the 2018 vintage.
Appellation : AOP Limoux
Grape variety(s) : Chardonnay
Alcohol level : 14.0
Sku : 822695
Vinification and ageing
The vineyard is densely planted, with around 5,000 to 6,000 vines per hectare. per hectare, which allows us to control the vines and produce to produce wines of exceptional quality. The vines are trellised to ensure optimum exposure to the sun, which allows the grapes to ripen perfectly. The vines require regular care and manual maintenance. Pruning, pruning, de-budding and leaf-thinning are carried out in accordance respectful of the environment. The Chardonnay grapes grapes are harvested by hand, once they have reached maximum ripeness and transported to the winery in special bins. The juice is immediately extracted by gentle pneumatic pressing, guaranteeing the superior quality of the must. The must is cooled and left to settle before alcoholic fermentation begins. The wine is left to mature on fine lees, and a certain proportion is transferred transferred to oak barrels for full malolactic fermentation. malolactic fermentation.
Tasting notes
A golden-green color with silvery-gray highlights. Nose expressive with fruity notes of white peach, opening with notes of marzipan and pastry. Fresh, mineral, light and supple on the palate, with a mentholated finish.
Conservation
Keep out of the sun and at a constant temperature.
Food & wine pairing suggested by our chef
Best served between 12 and 13°C, with roast poultry with roast poultry, fish or seafood in sauce mushrooms in sauce, cheese or goat's cheese or goat cheese tarts.