Sallet Macon Uchizy

”vineyards: vines are located within the commune of uchizy in southern burgundy in the north of the maconnais region at the average altitude of 260m. Soil types: limestone and clay on gentle slopes. Total area: 16ha spread on various soils / terroirs : condemines massa arfentiere maranches. Working soils simple guyot pruning in arch shape. Sustainable farming: thorough observation as opposed to systematic treatments limited use of insecticides and manure fertalisers. Mechanical harvest. Winemaking: grapes are gently and slowly pressed in pneumatic presses then the must is settled at low temperature. Fermentations are done in temperature controlled stainless steel vats so as preserve the frehshness and natural fruitiness in the grape : alcoholic fermentation malolactic fermentation and maturation on fine lees. Racking and light filtration prior to bottling in spring. Tasting notes: open fragrant nose with notes of fresh fruits and white flowers. The mouth follow throu