Presentation
Located in Côte de Beaune, Domaine Dubreuil Fontaine exploits a prestigious vineyard spread over the communes of Pernand-Vergelesses, Aloxe-Corton, Savigny-lès-Beaune, Pommard, Beaune, and Volnay. This family estate, whose history goes back several generations, is committed to expressing the diversity of its terroirs through 22 appellations, ranging from accessible Bourgognes to exceptional Grands Crus. Viticulture is conducted according to an integrated approach, aiming to preserve the natural balance of the soils and the richness of the vineyard. Amendments are controlled, soils are regularly worked, and the harvest is done manually with meticulous sorting upon arrival at the winery. In the cellar, vinifications are adapted to each vintage, with controlled extractions and well-dosed aging in oak barrels. The reds from the estate express all the finesse and depth of Pinot Noir, while the whites offer superb minerality and beautiful aromatic complexity.
Location
Parcels located mid- and low-slope on the west-facing side of the Pernand-Vergelesses commune, specifically within the "En Charlemagne" climat.
Terroir
Limestone-dominant clay-limestone soils.
In the vineyard
Manual harvest followed by meticulous grape sorting to ensure optimum quality.
Winemaking
Traditional barrel fermentation with bâtonnage (lees stirring). Full malolactic fermentation.
Ageing
10 to 12 months in French oak barrels, 30% of which are new.
Varietal
Chardonnay : 100%
Specifications
Production volume : 3 000
Age of vines : 30 years old
Serving
Serve between 10 and 12°C.
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Tasting
Pale golden color. The nose expresses ripe peach, almond, and citrus. On the palate, the oak is well-integrated, with a lovely touch of salinity and a persistent, balanced finish.
Food pairings
Pairs beautifully with:
Refined shellfish: lobster, langoustine
Pan-seared fish or fish in creamy sauces