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Françoise André - Beaune Premier Cru "Belissand" 2018

Françoise André - Beaune 1er cru « Belissand » 2018

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2*Coup de Coeur

Hachette

chardonnay
first growth
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This is the only white wine from the appellation in this selection, but what a white wine! It is also the estate's first vintage from this Premier Cru vineyard located at the foot of the Beaune mountain, which owes its name to the "very radiant" Gallic goddess Belisama. The wine has a pale, brilliant gold color and opens with notes of dried fruit, white flowers, brioche, and a touch of vanilla. Beautifully full-bodied, rich without being heavy, floral, and fruity, the palate perfectly integrates the wood before a finish refreshed by a hint of saltiness. A truly radiant Beaune. (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2022) • Please note: very limited quantities available.

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Estate

Françoise André

Vintage

1er cru « Belissand »

Vintage

2018

Designation

Beaune 1er Cru

Region

Burgundy

Grape varieties

100% Chardonnay

Terroirs

Clay soils in the "Belissand" area, young vines

Viticulture

Certified organic

Grape harvest

Manual with cluster sorting

Wine making

Pressing in a pneumatic press with slow and steady pressure build-up, thorough settling, alcoholic and malolactic fermentation in 350-liter barrels, limited or no stirring depending on the vintage.

Livestock farming

In 350-liter barrels, 25 to 30% of which are new each year

Alcohol content

13.6%

Organic

Yes

Eye

Green gold dress

Nose

Scents of honeysuckle and lime blossom

Mouth

Its balanced and rich texture envelops the tongue with ripe yellow fruit.

Serve

At 10-12°C

Drink before

2024

Food and wine pairings

Food and wine pairings

Pairs perfectly with a watercress cream with scallops, crayfish, Lorraine bouchées à la reine, chicken risotto, or warm oysters.

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Rated estate (2022 guide) 2 stars (A serious and recommendable production, but a little more consistent and uniform than the previous one)

About the estate:

An 11-hectare estate (certified organic since 2012), created in 1983 by Françoise André, one of the last to have its cellars behind the ramparts of Beaune. Previously entrusted to Comte Sénard, management has been handled since 2009 by Lauriane André, the owner's daughter-in-law.

Hachette Wine Guide

Guide Hachette des vins

Wine noted (guide 2022) 2* Favorite (Remarkable wine)

Rated estate (2022 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer's wines are regularly recognized by the guide)

About wine:

The wine is delicate and very pure, with a finish that reflects the sunny climate and deep clay and limestone gravel soil.

About the estate:

An 11-hectare estate (certified organic since 2012), created in 1983 by Françoise André, one of the last to have its cellars behind the ramparts of Beaune. Previously entrusted to Comte Sénard, management has been handled since 2009 by Lauriane André, the owner's daughter-in-law.

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Review and opinion by Mr. CLAUDINE D. Published on 03/15/2022

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