History
François Martenot. Sitting majestically on the hills around Meursault, it symbolises the richness and diversity of Bourgogne with its lovely selection of Regional, Villages, Premier Cru and Grand Cru appellations from the Chablis area, the Côte de Nuits and the Côte de Beaune.
Grape variety
Chardonnay
Origin
In the Northwest of the Côte de Beaune. The vineyards surround the picturesque village of Savigny-lès-Beaune. The Climat « Les Talmettes » is located at the entrance of the village Savigny.
Soil
The soil is composed of limestone mixed with clay.
Vinification
Traditional vinification. The grapes are pressed immediately upon arrival at the winery in pneumatic presses. The alcoholic fermentation is carried out in oak
barrels. Wines are aged during 14 months in oak barrels with regular stirring to gain depth and complexity.
sensory characteristic
Colour
Gold with green hints.
Nose
The nose is pleasant, with strong notes of white flowers and toasted nuts.
Palate
The palate is round with complex aromas of white fruits and an elegant, woody finish.
Recommendations
Marries perfectly with tender meat, fried river fish, sea fish in white sauce, hot shellfish, poultry in a beautiful creamy sauce (eg stew) and frog legs. It can also be drunk as an aperitif or with hard cheeses: Comté, Beaufort, Emmental...
Serving
11-12°C
Cellar potential
Drink within 5 years.