François de Nicolay
Chardonnay "Les Marnes Bleues" 2022
Bourgogne | White | 2022
This Chardonnay "Les Marnes Bleues" is born from meticulous attention to its production. Slowly fermented in barrels using indigenous yeasts, it benefits from 14 months of aging, also in barrels, to develop its complexity. With no added sulfites, this wine is a pure reflection of its clay-limestone terroir. The entire process, from organic farming to bottling at the estate in Savigny-lès-Beaune, ensures an authentic and environmentally responsible product.
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Service tips
Serve at 12° to 14°
Guarding potential
2 to 5 years
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François de Nicolay
In the heart of the Côte de Beaune, François de Nicolay, head of Domaine Chandon de Briailles, manages the vineyard biodynamically with constant attention to soil balance and precise ripening. This approach aims to preserve the natural expression of the terroir, without seeking artificial effects or technical overkill.
The Pinot Noir grapes are vinified using gentle extraction techniques, favoring the finesse of the texture and the purity of the fruit. The wines exhibit elegant profiles, built on clean red fruit and a measured length, with integrated tannins and great clarity. Aging remains restrained, designed to complement the structure without overpowering the wine.
The white wines, produced in smaller quantities, display a restrained mineral tension and a precise texture, true to the character of the Côte de Beaune soils. The entire process is distinguished by a deliberate restraint and great precision of execution, offering wines free of artifice, built
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