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A mineral and precise white Burgundy from a cooler site in Santenay showing a beautifully nervy and razorsharp character through to a long and salty finish.
Dry
Sweet
France
Burgundy
Santenay
Antoine Olivier
Chardonnay
White Wine
Antoine Olivier
Natural Cork
Other Classifications
ABOUT THE PRODUCER:
Antoine Olivier was founded at the end of the 1960s, from a few vineyards left by Antoine Chevalier Moreau to his grandson, Hervé Olivier. Hervé began extending the estate by purchasing historic, old vineyards across Santenay, some of which had not been used for a century, paying particular attention to famous white wine vineyards. The quality of these soils is now recognised in a series of brilliant wines, in particular the exceptional white Santenay, something of a rarity in what is predominantly a red wine growing area. Today, Hervé’s grandson Antoine Olivier and his daughter Jade manage the estate. They are dedicated growers and follow organic practices in the vineyard. Their philosophy is to combine modernity with respect for the Burgundian soils and this stunning collection wines really showcases this.
ABOUT THE VINEYARD:
The grapes come from ‘Clos des Champs Carafe’, a walled vineyard which is the highest in the village. As a result of the elevated site, the wines are always well balanced with a refreshing acidity. The vineyard is managed with respect for the unique attributes of each site’s terroir and is farmed sustainably and organically, although it is not certified. Some biodynamic philosophies are also followed. The grapes are hand-picked and carefully sorted prior to vinification.
THE WINEMAKING PROCESS:
The grapes were gently pressed and racked to barrel where fermentation took place with natural yeasts. The wine was kept on its fine lees and underwent bâtonnage to impart texture and complexity to the wine. Malolactic conversion took place in barrel. The wine was 100% barrel aged for 12 months, in 350-litre barrels of which 20% were new oak. The wine was then transferred to tank where it spent a further six months, prior to being lightly fined, filtered and estate bottled.
OUR TASTING NOTES:
Expressive of its cooler climate, this is a mineral and precise white Burgundy with grapefruit flavours and a razorsharp character through to a long, saline finish.
GRAPE VARIETY:
Chardonnay 100%.
PLEASE NOTE: The technical information on this wine is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication. This information and bottle images may be subject to change according to vintage.
ABOUT THE PRODUCER:
Antoine Olivier was founded at the end of the 1960s, from a few vineyards left by Antoine Chevalier Moreau to his grandson, Hervé Olivier. Hervé began extending the estate by purchasing historic, old vineyards across Santenay, some of which had not been used for a century, paying particular attention to famous white wine vineyards. The quality of these soils is now recognised in a series of brilliant wines, in particular the exceptional white Santenay, something of a rarity in what is predominantly a red wine growing area. Today, Hervé’s grandson Antoine Olivier and his daughter Jade manage the estate. They are dedicated growers and follow organic practices in the vineyard. Their philosophy is to combine modernity with respect for the Burgundian soils and this stunning collection wines really showcases this.
ABOUT THE VINEYARD:
The grapes come from ‘Clos des Champs Carafe’, a walled vineyard which is the highest in the village. As a result of the elevated site, the wines are always well balanced with a refreshing acidity. The vineyard is managed with respect for the unique attributes of each site’s terroir and is farmed sustainably and organically, although it is not certified. Some biodynamic philosophies are also followed. The grapes are hand-picked and carefully sorted prior to vinification.
THE WINEMAKING PROCESS:
The grapes were gently pressed and racked to barrel where fermentation took place with natural yeasts. The wine was kept on its fine lees and underwent bâtonnage to impart texture and complexity to the wine. Malolactic conversion took place in barrel. The wine was 100% barrel aged for 12 months, in 350-litre barrels of which 20% were new oak. The wine was then transferred to tank where it spent a further six months, prior to being lightly fined, filtered and estate bottled.
OUR TASTING NOTES:
Expressive of its cooler climate, this is a mineral and precise white Burgundy with grapefruit flavours and a razorsharp character through to a long, saline finish.
GRAPE VARIETY:
Chardonnay 100%.
| Weight | 1.2 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 7.5 × 7.5 × 30 cm |
| Country | France |
| Region | Burgundy |
| Sub-region | Santenay |
| Producer / Winery | Antoine Olivier |
| Winemaker | Antoine Olivier |
| Style | White Wine |
| Grape Variety | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Alcohol % (ABV) | 13.5% |
| Dry/Sweet Value (1 being dry, 7 being very sweet) | 1 |
| Residual Sugar | 0 g/L |
| Contains Sulphites | Yes |
| Vegetarian | |
| Vegan | |
| Milk | No |
| Eggs | No |
| Organic | No |
| Biodynamic | No |
| Format Available | 75cl |
| Closure | Natural Cork |
£34.82
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