Ladoix „Sur Les Vris“ blanc, Sans Sulfites Ajouté AC 2020

Wine Description for Ladoix „Sur Les Vris“ blanc Sans Sulfites Ajouté AC 2020 by François de Nicolay

Colour & Appearance

Pale golden yellow with greenish reflections, crystal clear and vibrant in the glass. The moderate alcohol content of 12% lends the wine an elegant, almost dance-like presence.

Nose

Restrained and purist on the nose – typical of a sulphite-free vinification. White flowers, green apple and lemon zest dominate, underpinned by a fine minerality reminiscent of wet limestone. With air contact, subtle notes of hazelnut and brioche develop, without becoming heavy.

Palate

Straightforward and precise. The absence of added sulphites manifests itself through a particular freshness and drinking flow. Stone fruit and citrus fruits meet a crisp acidity that harmonises perfectly with the creamy texture. On the mid-palate, the Burgundian origin reveals itself: subtle buttery notes and a saline minerality that lends the wine depth. Nothing opulent, nothing superfluous – pure essence.

Finish

Medium-length with lingering freshness. The citrus notes persist, accompanied by a fine herbal spice and that characteristic mineral aftertaste that invites you to take another sip.

Terroir & Origin

Ladoix-Serrigny, the northernmost appellation of the Côte de Beaune, produces Chardonnays of remarkable freshness. The vineyard site „Sur Les Vris“ benefits from calcareous soils that lend this wine its distinctive minerality.

Grape Variety & Vinification

100% Chardonnay from organically farmed vineyards of friendly winemakers. The renunciation of added sulphites requires the utmost care during harvest and vinification – a bold approach that succeeds brilliantly here and bestows the wine with a special vibrancy.

Food Pairing Recommendations

Perfect with scallops, turbot in butter sauce, goat’s cheese or a classic Poulet de Bresse. Also an excellent choice with asparagus with Hollandaise sauce.

Special Features

An authentic representative of the François de Nicolay line, which makes grapes from first-class vineyard sites accessible at affordable prices. The sulphite-free vinification underscores the terroir and purity of the fruit – a wine for purists.