Pinot Auxerrois 'Acacia' 2023

2023 was a beautiful year in the vineyard, with healthy, pure fruit forming the basis of this cuvée. Nothing was changed in the processing of the grapes: manual harvesting of only the best bunches, whole-cluster pressing, spontaneous fermentation, and ageing in 500 L acacia-wood barrels. On the nose, we find spring blossom, citrus, and a light spiciness. The palate opens round and juicy with gentle acidity and a delicate suppleness. Ripe fruit and a well-integrated touch of oak lead into a fine, elegant finish. Characterful drinking pleasure at only 11.5% alcohol!

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2023 was a beautiful year in the vineyard, with healthy, pure fruit forming the basis of this cuvée. Nothing was changed in the processing of the grapes: manual harvesting of only the best bunches, whole-cluster pressing, spontaneous fermentation, and ageing in 500 L acacia-wood barrels. On the nose, we find spring blossom, citrus, and a light spiciness. The palate opens round and juicy with gentle acidity and a delicate suppleness. Ripe fruit and a well-integrated touch of oak lead into a fine, elegant finish. Characterful drinking pleasure at only 11.5% alcohol!

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Specifications

Vintage

2022

Volume

0.7500

Alcohol procent

11.50

Vineyard, grape and craft

Grape Varieties

Pinot Auxerrois (85%), Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay

Soil

Sandy loam with deeper clay layers

Vinification

The Auxerrois grapes are hand-harvested and sorted before whole-cluster pressing. The spontaneous fermentation begins in stainless steel tanks and continues in 500-liter acacia wood barrels. After 10 months in 3 to 4-year-old barrels, the wine is bottled unfiltered.

Practical information

Food Pairing

Asparagus, richer salads, fish dishes, lobster, and poultry

Serving temperature

7 - 10°C

Aging Potential

2029

Climate and region

Regio

Scheldeland
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Continental
Mediterranean
Maritime

Wine profile

Fraicheur

Body

Tannin

Sweetness

Alcohol

Style/taste

Crisp white
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