# Bourgogne Chardonnay Cuvée des Visitandines (2023)

- **Producer:** Patriarche Père & Fils
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay
- **Region:** Burgundy, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €13
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 10–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** lemon, peach, apple, pear, butter, vanilla

## About this wine

The Patriarche Bourgogne Chardonnay Cuvée des Visitandines 2023 is a white wine from the Bourgogne AOC, produced by Patriarche Père & Fils. The wine's name, 'Cuvée des Visitandines,' refers to the historic Visitandines convent in Beaune, where the producer's cellars are situated. Patriarche Père & Fils, established in 1780, is a long-standing négociant house in Burgundy. The grapes for this wine are cultivated from various communes across Burgundy, including Yonne, Côte de Beaune, Côte Chalonnaise, and Mâconnais, contributing to its complex character. The wine is produced under the 'Terra Vitis' sustainability certification.

## Interesting facts

- Named after a former convent in Beaune.
- Patriarche is one of Burgundy's oldest wine houses.
- Grapes are sourced from multiple Burgundy sub-regions.
- A 'find in its price category'.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium acidity cuts through the richness of creamy sauces and fattier proteins, while its subtle oak notes complement roasted dishes. Its fruit profile pairs well with delicate seafood and vegetable preparations.

## Wine making process

The Patriarche Bourgogne Chardonnay Cuvée des Visitandines 2023 is produced using 100% Chardonnay grapes. The vinification process involves fermentation at low temperatures to preserve fruit aromatics. A portion of the wine, around 20%, undergoes aging in French oak barrels for approximately six months, while the remaining 80% is aged in stainless steel vats. The grapes are sourced from various communes across the Burgundy region. The viticulture practices adhere to the 'Terra Vitis' certification.