Domaine Dutron & Fils Pouilly-Fuissé 1er Cru ‘Les Perrières’

Key characteristics:

Domaine Dutron & Fils Pouilly-Fuissé 1er Cru ‘Les Perrières’ is an exquisite white Burgundy, a testament to generations of winemaking excellence from a renowned Pouilly-Fuissé 1er Cru climat. Crafted with dedication to sustainable farming, this wine showcases the exceptional potential of its unique terroir.

Tasting Notes:

• Variety: 100% Chardonnay
• Appearance: Crystal clear, yellow-gold hue with silver highlights.
• Aroma: On the nose it is elegant and delicate, releasing aromas of fresh almond, buttery brioche and white flowers.
• Taste: The attack is supple and buttery. The midpalate is both mineral and toasty and packed with hazelnut and grilled almond flavours. The overall impression is one of refinement with good tension.
• Region: Pouilly-Fuissé, Burgundy, France, where the ‘Les Perrières’ climat boasts Southeast-facing slopes of clay and limestone soils, with deep silt and clay derived from alluvial deposits.
• Pairing: It is particularly good with fine shellfish and white meats in a creamy sauce.

Overall impression:

This Pouilly-Fuissé 1er Cru delivers a harmonious balance of richness and tension, culminating in a wine of profound elegance and a memorable finish. It truly embodies the prestige of its terroir.

Extra notes:

• The Dutron family has been crafting wine in the picturesque town of Fuissé since 1835, with Maxime Dutron continuing the legacy of sustainable farming practices across their 16 hectares of Chardonnay vineyards.
• The ‘Les Perrières’ cuvée was specifically created in 2013 to honor one of the finest climats in Fuissé, with fermentation and aging occurring in oak barrels on fine lees to best express this prestigious site.