# Auxey-Duresses Blanc (2021)

- **Producer:** Michel Prunier et Fille
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay
- **Region:** Burgundy, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €43
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 11–13 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** apple, lemon, grapefruit, peach, butter, vanilla, cloves, cream, honey, almond, hazelnut

## About this wine

The Auxey-Duresses Blanc from Michel Prunier et Fille is a 100% Chardonnay from the Burgundy region. This appellation is known for producing elegant, fresh, and balanced wines. The Prunier estate is a family-run domain with a long history, emphasizing the expression of terroir and vintage in their wines. The estate's vineyards are situated in Auxey-Duresses, an appellation recognized for its limestone soils.

## Interesting facts

- Clive Coates MW called Michel Prunier 'the best grower in Auxey-Duresses'.
- Auxey-Duresses is one of Burgundy's smaller appellations.
- The Prunier estate has been in the family for four generations.
- Estelle Prunier joined her father in winemaking in 2004.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium+ body and well-integrated acidity make it versatile. Its freshness cuts through richer sauces and complements the delicate flavors of seafood and poultry. Creamy textures in food are balanced by the wine's structure, while herbal notes in dishes can echo subtle nuances in the wine.

## Wine making process

The Auxey-Duresses Blanc is made from 100% Chardonnay. Fermentation is initiated in tanks and then transferred to oak barrels, where it continues along with malolactic fermentation. The wine undergoes aging for 8 to 10 months in oak barrels, with a portion of new oak used. The Prunier estate practices sustainable viticulture, aiming to express the unique characteristics of the Auxey-Duresses terroir and the specific vintage.