Description
🏰 【 Winery Legend: Domaine Bertagna 】
Located in the heart of Vougeot, adjacent to the historic Château du Clos de Vougeot, Domaine Bertagna is a beacon of Burgundian excellence. Founded in the 1950s by Claude Bertagna, the estate was acquired by the Gunther Reh family in 1982 and has been managed by Eva Reh-Siddle since 1988. Under her visionary leadership, the domaine has embraced organic viticulture and modern precision while honoring traditional methods. This extraordinarily rare White Burgundy highlights their unwavering dedication to showcasing unique and prestigious terroirs.
🌿 【 Terroir & Winemaking 】
"Les Cras" is one of the very few Premier Cru climats in Vougeot that produces both red and white wines. This 100% Chardonnay is rooted in shallow soils of Bathonian limestone and calcareous clay, imparting profound minerality to the wine. The estate practices organic farming with rigorous yield control. Grapes are hand-harvested and meticulously sorted. Vinification preserves the fresh aromatic profile, followed by careful aging in French oak barrels (with a small proportion of new wood) to build structure without masking the pristine fruit character.
📅 【 Vintage Analysis & Professional Scores 】
The 2016 vintage in Burgundy is a tale of survival and triumph. Devastating spring frosts severely reduced yields across the Côte de Nuits. However, the surviving Chardonnay grapes benefited from a warm, idyllic summer, resulting in wines of immense concentration, classical tension, and remarkable terroir transparency. Though quantities are minute, the quality is truly exceptional.
🏅 Score: 94 Points (CellarTracker)
"A real stunner. The nose is captivating. Creamy lime custard with some subtle floral and mineral components. Tight on the palate and powerful, but somehow light on its feet. A touch of lime gives it lift. Exceptional wine."
(CellarTracker user kenv)
🍷 【 Tasting Notes 】
👃 Aroma: Delicate notes of white flowers, green apple, and vibrant lime, underpinned by a distinct crushed-rock minerality.
👅 Palate: A dynamic and fresh attack, tightly coiled with a core of ripe lemon and toasted almonds, perfectly balanced by a brilliant line of acidity.
✨ Finish: Exceptionally pure and long, characterized by a mouthwatering, saline-driven elegance.
🍽️ 【 Serving Guidelines 】
🌡️ Temperature: 11°C - 13°C
⌛ Decanting: 30 minutes of air in the bottle or a gentle decant to unravel its full aromatic complexity.
⏳ Drinkability: 2022 - 2032
🍴 Food Pairing: Pan-seared John Dory with citrus, morel mushroom risotto, or a 24-month aged Comté cheese.
💬 【 Manager's Pick 】
⚡ This Vougeot 1er Cru Blanc is a true unicorn wine! While Vougeot is world-renowned for its Pinot Noir, a white wine from the "Les Cras" terroir is exceptionally rare. The low-yielding 2016 vintage has concentrated the flavors beautifully, delivering a Chardonnay with laser-like precision, captivating floral notes, and a profound mineral backbone. For collectors looking to explore a highly unusual and spectacular side of White Burgundy, this is an absolute must-have for the cellar! ⚡
⚠️ 【 Disclaimer 】 The information provided is for reference only. Actual tasting experiences may vary based on storage conditions and personal preferences. While we strive for accuracy, please refer to official releases for final confirmation.
