Pernand-Vergelesses

The vineyards of Pernand-Vergelesses and Pernand-Vergelesses Premier Cru cover around 130 hectares at an altitude of between 250 and 300 meters. Most of the vines face east, south and a few north-east. At the base of the slope, the vineyards are planted on clay-limestone soils mixed with "chaillots" (siliceous residues of flinty limestone). They are loose, rich in potash and phosphoric acid. At mid-slope, the terroir is made up of stony limestone soils that are well-suited to Pinot Noir. At the top, marly, brown or yellowish soils are devoted to Chardonnay. Domaine Chanson Père et Fils perfectly masters the subtleties of the terroir. As for the color of the soil, it's red because of the ferruginous clays, which are excellent for root drainage. 

The yellow hue of the Callovien is reminiscent of the Côte de Nuits. Every year, production of Pernand Vergelesses white and red can reach 6200 hectolitres. For your information, the producer classifies his wines into two categories: those called "Villages" and those called "Premier Cru" (like the domaine Dominique Guyon 2016). In addition, the difference between these two products lies in the exposure or altitude of the vines.

Pernand-Vergelesses wines

Visit Pernand-Vergelesses wines and Pernand-Vergelesses Premier Cru are red wines made from Pinot Noir grapes, and 100% Chardonnay whites, the two main grape varieties in Burgundy. The red wines are dark ruby with intense purple highlights. The nose opens with hints of strawberry, raspberry and violet. As the wine ages, it takes on undergrowth and spices. The whites, white gold and pale yellow, turn golden with age. Aromas of white flowers announce amber and honey with age, and spices again.

Red wines

Firm and full-bodied, red wines are generally well-structured. Thanks to typical black and red fruit aromas, the quality of this product remains unique. When it comes to reds, pernand vergelesses uses strawberries, raspberries or cherries with floral accents, specifically violets. After years of cellaring, animal notes and musk begin to appear once the fruit is fully ripe and cooked. When the red is on the palate, it has a clean attack combined with solid tannins. In this way, the harmony between acidity and fatness guarantees this wine's happy maturity.

White wines

White wines account for around 40% of Premier Cru appellations. In principle, they develop the characteristics of Chardonnay through aromas of white flowers and, above all, through the age of the product. There are currently eight classifications in this category: En-Caradeux; Creux-de-la-Net; Ile-des-Vergelesses; Clos-Berthet; Les-Fichots; Village-de-Pernand; Sous-Frétille; Vergelesses. These appellations are used exclusively to produce white wines. Although they have ageing potential, their keeping qualities depend on their climate and method of cultivation.