Presentation
Located in Monthelie, in the heart of the Côte de Beaune, Domaine Laurent Boussey perpetuates a viticultural know-how passed down for five generations. Laurent and Karen Boussey now manage this family estate, which spans 15 hectares and produces 24 appellations. The estate is renowned for its red and white wines, notably in Meursault, Pommard, and Beaune. Reasoned agriculture is a given: the soils are plowed, treatments are limited, and harvesting is done manually to keep only the best grapes. Vinification respects Burgundian traditions with long fermentations and aging in oak barrels, bringing depth and finesse to the wines. Each cuvée is meticulously assembled to express the full potential of its terroir. The originality of the estate lies in its exceptional heritage of old vines, with some parcels over 60 years old. This longevity gives the wines remarkable concentration and complexity, ensuring great aging potential.
Location
This Monthelie Premier Cru “Sur la Velle” white comes from a young vineyard.
Terroir
Clay-limestone soils.
In the vineyard
Sustainable viticulture.
Harvest
Manual harvest.
Winemaking
White vinification begins with gentle pressing of Chardonnay grapes, followed by settling and low-temperature fermentation over several days to capture the fruitiness and richness of Burgundy’s great white wines. The wines are then aged in oak barrels for 12 months, with new oak ranging from 10% to 50%. Bottling is done at the estate.
Ageing
12 months in oak barrels (10–50% new oak), bottled at the estate.
Varietal
Chardonnay : 100%
Specifications
Age of vines : 50 years old
Serving
10-12°C
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Tasting
Pale gold robe with aromas of yellow fruit and white flowers on the nose. The palate combines richness and freshness, offering volume and impressive length.
Food pairings
Enjoy this Monthelie Premier Cru “Sur la Velle” with rabbit terrine or poularde with chestnuts.