Domaine Du Bois Rosier
Elegant and balanced, with ripe fruit flavors and a distinct mineral finish.
This prestigious white wine from the Pouilly-Fuissé appellation in Burgundy, France, represents the pinnacle of Chardonnay craftsmanship. Domaine Du Bois Rosier's 2019 vintage showcases the exceptional terroir and winemaking traditions of the Mâconnais region.
Winemaking
The grapes for this wine are hand-harvested from old Chardonnay vines grown on limestone-rich soils. After careful selection, the grapes undergo gentle pressing, followed by fermentation in French oak barrels. The wine then ages on its lees for several months, developing complexity and richness while maintaining its mineral character.
Taste Profile
This Pouilly-Fuissé displays a brilliant pale gold color with green reflections. The nose reveals elegant aromas of white flowers, ripe citrus, and stone fruits, complemented by subtle notes of vanilla and toasted almonds from oak aging.
On the palate, the wine shows remarkable balance between richness and freshness. It offers layers of ripe apple, white peach, and lemon zest, underlined by a distinct mineral character typical of the region's limestone soils. The finish is long and harmonious, with a pleasant touch of salinity.
Territory
Pouilly-Fuissé is located in the Mâconnais district of southern Burgundy. The appellation's vineyards are spread across four communes: Chaintré, Fuissé, Solutré-Pouilly, and Vergisson. The area is characterized by its dramatic limestone escarpments, most notably the twin rocks of Solutré and Vergisson, which help create the unique microclimate perfect for Chardonnay cultivation.
Fun Facts
- The distinctive rock formation of Solutré, which towers over the vineyards, was formed over 200 million years ago and is now a protected geological site.
- Pouilly-Fuissé gained its AOC status in 1936, making it one of Burgundy's earliest recognized appellations.
- Despite its prestigious status, Pouilly-Fuissé remained exclusively a village-level appellation until 2020, when certain climats were finally elevated to Premier Cru status.
- The name 'Pouilly' comes from the Roman 'Polliacum,' referring to the domain of Pollius, a Roman landowner who first established vineyards in the area.