Maison Leroy, Bourgogne AOC Blanc
1997, Bourgogne, France
Classification Bourgogne AOC
Colour / Type White
Bottle size 75cl
Alcohol 12%
Grape Chardonnay
Average score 88
Indulge in the exquisite taste of Maison Leroy Bourgogne AOC Blanc, a luxurious white wine that embodies the essence of French winemaking. Crafted in the renowned Bourgogne region of France, this 1997 vintage is a true testament to the artistry and expertise of Maison Leroy. With its pale golden hue and delicate aromas of citrus and stone fruits, this white wine is a true delight for the senses. The crisp acidity and well-balanced flavors make it the perfect choice for both connoisseurs and novices alike. Whether you are looking to expand your palate or simply enjoy a glass of fine wine, Maison Leroy Bourgogne AOC Blanc is sure to impress. Each 750ml bottle is a masterpiece in itself, showcasing the rich history and tradition of French winemaking. Classified as Bourgogne AOC, this wine is a true reflection of the terroir and climate of the region. Treat yourself to a taste of luxury with Maison Leroy Bourgogne AOC Blanc and experience the beauty of French wine at its finest.
About Maison Leroy
In 1988 Lalou Bize-Leroy purchased the Domaine Charles N ellat in Vosne Roman e and renamed it Domaine Leroy, which included the buildings and cellars which are now the domaine s headquarters, and a wonderful array of vineyards including Richebourg, Roman e St Vivant, Clos de Vougeot, premier crus Vignerondes and Boudots in Nuits and Beaumonts and Brul es in Vosne. The following year further vineyards were purchased from Domaine Philippe Remy, including Clos de la Roche, Latrici res-Chambertin, and Le Chambertin, while further holdings have been added since. The domaine has been farmed biodynamically from the start and is now certified by ECOCERT. This minimizes entrecoeurs and second crop bunches forming, as well as leaving the vine happier and healthier. Domaine Leroy was among the first to start using horses to plough the vines, but managing the artisans who own and operate the horses proved insurmountable. Lalou Bize-Leroy has 23 hectares of vines, mostly Premier and Grand Cru classified. Domaine Leroy is blessed with a heritage of ancient vines, in part because Lalou Bize-Leroy never grubs up and replants. Instead, she replaces individual missing vines, from her own cuttings, but never too many at once in a given vineyard. These old vines combined with her training and pruning policy, restricting the bunches to just four per vine, explain in part the concentration of Leroy wines. The average yield across appellations and vintages at Domaine Leroy is around 16 hl/ha. After rigorous deselection on the sorting tables, which employ as many people as there are pickers, the grapes are placed, stemmed and all, in wooden fermenting vats. After fermentation, the wines are matured in new barrels from Cadus and Fran ois Fr res.