Saint-Romain blanc “Sous le Château” AOC 2021

Wine description for Saint-Romain blanc “Sous le Château” AOC 2021 by Henri & Gilles Buisson

Colour & Appearance

A brilliant, clear straw yellow with delicate silver reflections in the glass.

Nose

On the nose, this Chardonnay displays aristocratic restraint and precision. Aromas of citrus zest, green apple and white flowers dominate, underpinned by a deep, almost smoky minerality of wet limestone and flint.

Palate

On the palate, the wine presents itself as an archetype of the appellation: taut, vibrant and of remarkable transparency. The cool style of the 2021 vintage lends it a lively, perfectly integrated acidity. Notes of white peaches and a fine, silky texture meet a firm structure that eschews any overt opulence.

Finish

The aftertaste is long, focused and concludes with a distinctive saline minerality, typical of the Domaine’s biodynamic viticulture.

Terroir & Origin

The “Sous le Château” vineyard site in Saint-Romain is characterised by sparse limestone soils and a cooler microclimate, which gives the wine its characteristic freshness and intellectual depth.

Grape Variety & Vinification

100% Chardonnay, grown on vineyards that have been farmed organically since the 1960s and today according to Biodyvin standards. A purist approach to winemaking that protects the terroir identity.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Excellent with scallops, pan-fried zander with lemon butter or a ripe Époisses.

Special Features

A masterful expression of terroir fidelity from one of Burgundy’s oldest winemaking families; precise, balanced and with considerable ageing potential.