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Terres Secrètes - Saint-Véran 2012

Terres Secrètes - Saint-Véran 2012

16,5/20

Bourgogne Aujourd'hui

(2011 Vintage Notes)

With its intense yet delicate golden hue, this Saint-Véran offers a bouquet of fruit aromas reminiscent of peach and pear, along with beautifully defined notes of white flowers (acacia, honeysuckle). On the palate, richness, smoothness, and an elegant freshness come together in perfect balance, resulting in a fresh, expressive, and thoroughly delightful white wine...

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Estate

Vignerons des Terres Secrètes

Vintage

2012

Designation

Saint-Véran

Region

Burgundy

Grape varieties

100% Chardonnay

Terroirs

clay-limestone soils not far from the rocky outcrops of Solutré and Vergisson

Viticulture

Uncompromising control of yields, meticulous leaf removal, and careful debudding

Grape Harvest

sorted, at peak ripeness

Winemaking

careful vinification of the press residues and other blends of juices

Alcohol content

13%

Eye

a golden color, intense yet delicate

Nose

with fruity aromas reminiscent of peach and pear, and hints of white flowers (acacia, honeysuckle)

Palate

richness, creaminess, and an elegant freshness are perfectly balanced

Serve

at 11-13°C

Open

30 minutes before

Drink from

2014

Drink before

2016

Food and wine pairings

Food and wine pairings

Perfect as an aperitif, but also with white meat, grilled fish, goat cheese, and aged cheeses...

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Bettane & Desseauve

Bettane & Desseauve

Rated estate (2020 guide) 1*Star (A high-quality, recommendable wine that lives up to what one would expect from its appellation(s))

About the estate:

The winemakers of Les Terres Secrètes represent three cooperative wineries (Prissé, Verzy, and Sologny), with 120 members who cultivate a total of 950 hectares, 650 of which are planted with Chardonnay. Since 2013, the winery has held a sustainable development certification.

Burgundy Today

Bourgogne Aujourd'hui

Wine rated 16.5/20 (2011 vintage)

Hachette Wine Guide

Guide Hachette des vins

Rated estate (2020 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines regularly receive awards from the guide)

About the estate:

Les Vignerons des Terres Secrètes are the heirs to the cooperative movement that emerged in the early 20th century in the Mâconnais region. This association, formed through the merger of the cooperative wineries of Prissé, Sologny, and Verzé, now cultivates nearly 950 hectares of vineyards (for 120 cooperative members), primarily Chardonnay.

Wine Enthusiast

Wine Enthusiast

Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)

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