Le Clos De La Tour De Curon Chardonnay
Chardonnay from a tiny 0.27ha parcel at the top of the hill in the clos surrounding the Tower of Curon. A legendary vineyard which deserves a Grand Cru status with soils on a pure limestone bedrock. Vines planted in 2002 with from selection massale of old vines. Natural ferment in oak barrels (228L, generally 1/3 new oak) and aged for 2-3 years. Very limited production & will benefit with some time in the cellar.
Tasting Note: Aromas of yellow apple, pear, dry fruit, lemon with hints of wet stone, beeswax, white flower, flint, saline on the nose. Medium body on the palate with layers of fruit/mineral/spices, vibrant acidity, rounded texture, finessed & complex with a long layered finish.
Producer: Domaine André & Mireille Tissot (Bénédicte & Stéphane Tissot)
Region: Montagny-lès-Arsures, Jura
Case Format: 6 x 750ml
Type: White
Blend: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2018
BC SKU: +387189 (2018, 6 x 750ml)
Available In: BC