Pierre Girardin Beaune Premier Cru Epenottes 2022

This is the first wine of its kind from an appellation that has traditionally produced only 100% Pinot Noir, made possible by the planting of Chardonnay by Pierre Girardin in 2017. Crafted using indigenous yeast and fermented in 456L oak barrels, the wine remains unfined and unfiltered, preserving its natural integrity. It undergoes 12 months of ageing in these same barrels, followed by 8 months on lees in closed stainless steel tanks, ensuring no exposure to oxygen. With a vine density of 13,000 vines per hectare and Guyot Poussard pruning, the vineyard is carefully managed to limit the vitality of the vines, resulting in a balanced and refined expression.

Varietals: 100% Chardonnay