Santenay's vineyards stretch across 400 ha of which 123 ha are planted with Premier Cru vines, divided into 3 distinct zones. The same veins of brown soil combined with limestone that are found further north in Gevrey-Chambertin in the Côte de Nuits reappear south of Chassagne-Montrachet towards Santenay. The La Maladière vineyard, located above the village, enjoys eastern exposure and lies over fissured limestone topped with a thin layer of marl. In Old French, “La Maladière” meant “hospital”. These institutions receiving donations: this climat name from Santenay refers to one of them belonging to the Maladière of Chagny a few kilometres away.
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Winemaking
Aged on the lees for 14 months with no racking using in 30% new French oak barrels. The barrels were toasted at low temperatures for a long time to impart a very delicate touch of oak to the wine.
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Nose
Aromas of strawberry, raspberry, and spices.
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Palate
Rich on the palate with silky smooth tannins smooth and lovely flavors of fresh red fruit.
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Bouchard Aîné & FilsThe Cuvée Signature range is a selection of reputed single vineyards villages, Premier and Grand Crus from the Côte de Nuits and the Côte de Beaune principally. Harvested, made and aged by our winemaker, they are produced in very limited quantities.
