Maison L’envoye Bourgogne Blanc

Vineyards: the maconnais district’s 21 mile stretch boasts a geology not dissimilar to the famed co;te de beaune to its north. Macon’s epicenter mont de pouilly rises gently with alkaline clay covering a stark limestone base a nirvana for the chardonnay vines that laze smugly along the river sao;ne. The vines are traditionally guyot (cane) pruned and the best vineyards keep yields below three tons per acre. With favorable south east exposures and agreeable weather the region produces generous layered whites offering some of the best value in burgundy. Winemaking: while macon is known for its fresh simple whites recent investment by top burgundian producers has resulted in more conscientious winemaking. The grapes were hand-picked in early september then pressed direct settled overnight and fermented with indigenous yeast in seasoned barriques. This wine is matured for 12-14 months prior to bottling. Tasting notes: from two mature vineyards in la roche vineuse this is