75cl
Philippe Colin Bourgogne Chardonnay 2021
Vendor code : 1362
Bourgogne Chardonnay 2021 is sourced from two vineyards located in Chassagne-Montrachet and Santenay. The year 2021 was challenging for Burgundy, and Philippe Colin's vineyards were no exception. A key development is that all the wine is now aged in 500-litre barrels, and Philippe has been acquiring more barrels each year to ensure the wood does not overpower the wines. However, the challenge lies in filling these barrels due to the small harvest.
Color
White
Fortress
13%
Country
France
Grape
Chardonnay
Region
Burgundy
Vintage
2021
Producer
Domaine Philippe Colin
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Philippe Colin Bourgogne Chardonnay 2021 is characterised by a lower yield compared to 2022, resulting in fewer bottles being released. As a reminder, the total production volume of all Philippe Colin wines is around 100,000 bottles. This wine received special attention, particularly in such a challenging year for Burgundy. The Bourgogne Chardonnay 2021 is a ripe, terroir-driven wine with aromas and flavours of ripe fruit, honey, and citrus freshness. This popular Chardonnay is exceptionally elegant and, most importantly, highly enjoyable to drink now.
Domaine Philippe Colin was founded in 2004. Today, the domaine manages 12.5 hectares of vineyards, located throughout Chassagne-Montrachet and its surrounding areas. The total annual production is approximately 100,000 bottles, comprising both white and red wines spread across 24 different appellations. Some of these are produced in very small quantities, offering a chance to explore various terroirs from within the same region. Fermentation at Philippe Colin begins in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, followed by aging in French oak barrels for 12 to 15 months. The wines are then lightly filtered and bottled using gravity. In 2021, Philippe Colin passed on two-thirds of the estate's vineyards to his son, Simon, who now bottles under his own label. Philippe retained five hectares, most of which are rented from his mother’s sisters and his partner, Gwenaëlle Bidault. By the summer of 2022, the office and storage facilities were relocated to a former family residence, allowing more focus on a South African venture. The portfolio includes: White wines - Bourgogne Aligoté, Bourgogne Chardonnay, Chassagne-Montrachet village, Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Caillerets, Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru La Boudriotte, Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Embazées, Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru La Romanée, Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Folatières, Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru; Red wines - Bourgogne Pinot Noir, Chassagne-Montrachet village, Chassagne-Montrachet Les Clos Saint-Jean, Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru La Grande Montagne, Santenay 1er Cru Beaurepaire, Maranges 1er Cru Clos de la Boutière, Santenay village.
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