Presentation
Located in Côte de Nuits, Domaine Denis Fouquerand embodies Burgundian excellence through precise and expressive wines. Its vineyard rests on limestone and clay soils, offering perfect conditions for Pinot Noir. The estate's cultural practices favor an integrated approach, limiting interventions to preserve the natural balance of the vines. Vinifications are gentle, and aging in barrels is well-controlled, allowing for elegant reds with aromas of cherry, violet, and spices. A discreet but essential estate for discovering the finesse of great Côte de Nuits wines.
Location
Situated above the Premier Crus of Santenay and close to the Chassagne appellation.
Terroir
Greyish clay-limestone soils
In the vineyard
Single Guyot pruning. All parcels are organically cultivated.
Harvest
Manual harvest in perforated crates.
Winemaking
100% destemmed.
Ageing
Aged in oak barrels for one year, without added sulfites.
Varietal
Chardonnay : 100%
Specifications
Serving
Serving temperature: 10–12°C
Ageing potential
3 to 5 years
Tasting
This Santenay Comme Dessus blanc from Domaine Denis Fouquerand expresses a luminous Chardonnay with a subtle balance between roundness and freshness. Its pale gold robe with silvery highlights reveals an elegant and refined wine. The nose opens with aromas of white flowers, vineyard peach, and ripe citrus, supported by a fine mineral backbone and delicate oaky nuances. On the palate, the attack is ample and silky, lifted by a lively acidity that structures the whole. The persistent, slightly saline finish reflects the signature of the Côte de Beaune terroir.
Food pairings
With its generous and balanced style, this Santenay blanc pairs beautifully with chicken in a creamy morel sauce, seafood risotto, or sole meunière. Its freshness also makes it an ideal match for more delicate dishes such as sea bream ceviche or scallop carpaccio. For a regional pairing, it will elevate jambon persillé or a Burgundian cheese such as well-aged Époisses. More daringly, it can also be enjoyed with lightly spiced Asian cuisine, which its vivacity and elegance will highlight.
