Presentation
Located in Pernand-Vergelesses, this family estate is one of the oldest in the region, with a winemaking history dating back over 250 years. Today, Vincent Rapet and his wife Sylvette manage the estate, perpetuating the legacy of their ancestors Roland and Robert Rapet. With 21 hectares of vines located in Pernand-Vergelesses, Aloxe-Corton, Savigny-lès-Beaune, and Beaune, the estate produces wines of great purity, practicing sustainable agriculture. The whites, aged on fine lees, offer magnificent mineral tension, while the reds develop a refined structure through long macerations and precise aging in oak barrels. Its strong point? A perfect alliance between tradition and technical precision, giving birth to elegant and balanced wines.
Location
Nestled in the heart of the village, just a few meters from the church and hidden from view by dry-stone walls, “Clos du Village” is a walled vineyard exclusively harvested by the estate – a true monopole.
Terroir
Sheltered from the wind, this clos enjoys a gentle slope, shallow soils, and exceptional exposure ideal conditions for Chardonnay to thrive.
In the vineyard
Sustainable vine management tailored to the microclimate of this enclosed vineyard.
Harvest
Grapes are hand-picked and placed in small crates to preserve their integrity.
Winemaking
Whole clusters are gently pressed in a pneumatic press over two hours. After 24 hours of cold settling, the must is transferred to oak barrels for fermentation, with 30% new oak.
Ageing
Aged on the lees with bâtonnage until July. Bottled after 12 months of maturation.
Varietal
Chardonnay : 100%
Specifications
Serving
Serve chilled between 10 and 12°C.
Ageing potential
3 to 5 years
Tasting
This Chardonnay offers a rich aromatic palette with expressive fruit notes. On the palate, it is full-bodied and powerful, with a generous, textured mouthfeel. A wine that reflects both its unique terroir and the mastery of its vinification.
Visual appearance
Bright golden hue
At nose
Rich fruit aromas, subtle oak, floral hints
On the palate
Generous, powerful, with smooth weight and aromatic persistence
Food pairings
Perfectly suited to fish dishes, white meats, and flavorful cheeses such as fruity Comté.
