Pouilly-Vinzelles Climat “Les Quarts” Zen AOC 2020 1500ml Magnum

Tasting Notes for Pouilly-Vinzelles Climat “Les Quarts” Zen AOC 2020 1500ml Magnum by La Soufrandière

Colour & Appearance

A pale golden yellow that shimmers vividly in the glass.

Nose

Cool, captivating and of austere elegance: citrus aromas meet fine pencil shavings, wet stone and wild herbs. Behind these, nuances of celery stick, fresh lemon verbena and a touch of tobacco reveal themselves.

Palate

Tremendously powerful with a wiry, almost electric acidity that instantly provides dynamic tension. Despite undergoing full malolactic fermentation, the dense fruit retains a gripping freshness. The 17-month maturation on the lees imparts a silky texture and balance to the wine, perfectly cushioning its full body.

Terroir & Origin

From the legendary south-east facing Pouilly-Vinzelles site Les Quarts in the Mâconnais. The Chardonnay vines, up to 80 years old, take deep root in iron- and pebble-rich Bajocian clay and limestone soil.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Pure Chardonnay grapes, harvested by hand. Wild-fermented after whole-cluster pressing, aged for 11 months in pièces and subsequently finished in large wooden foudres. Bottled with a minimal addition of sulphur of just 20 mg/l.

Food Pairings

Outstanding with razor clam ceviche with ají limo and trout caviar, Nori Maki Yasai with mizuna salad or crispy fried tofu with dashi and ginger.

Special Features

Crafted according to the Demeter-certified biodynamic principles of the Bret brothers. The impressive magnum bottle provides the ideal environment for this delicate, puristic Chardonnay to achieve magnificent ageing potential.