# Bourgogne Chardonnay Réserve (2022)

- **Producer:** Nuiton-Beaunoy
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay
- **Region:** Burgundy, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €11
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 10–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** pear, apricot, acacia, blossom, hawthorn, peach

## About this wine

The Nuiton-Beaunoy Bourgogne Chardonnay Réserve 2022 is a 100% Chardonnay from the Bourgogne AOC in France. The producer, Nuiton-Beaunoy, is a cooperative founded in 1957 and is the only such cellar in the Côte d'Or, representing approximately 80 winegrowing families. Their vineyards are spread across the Côte de Beaune, Hautes Côtes de Beaune, Côte de Nuits, and Hautes Côtes de Nuits. The winery is committed to sustainable development through the 'Vignerons Développement Durable' initiative. This wine represents an accessible expression of Burgundy white wine, reflecting the region's winemaking legacy and the cooperative's dedication to its member families and environmental practices.

## Interesting facts

- Nuiton-Beaunoy is the only cooperative cellar in the Côte d'Or.
- Represents the work of around 80 winegrowing families.
- Adheres to the 'Vignerons Développement Durable' initiative.
- Vineyards span the Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits.

## Food pairing

The wine's refreshing acidity and mineral notes cut through richer textures and complement the delicate flavors of seafood and poultry. Its subtle fruit notes can bridge with creamy sauces and vegetable accompaniments.

## Wine making process

The Nuiton-Beaunoy Bourgogne Chardonnay Réserve 2022 is produced from 100% Chardonnay grapes. The winemaking process involves fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging on lees, also in stainless steel vats. This method focuses on preserving the inherent freshness and fruit characteristics of the Chardonnay, with the lees aging contributing to texture and complexity. The producer, Nuiton-Beaunoy, is a cooperative that emphasizes sustainable development in its viticultural and vinification practices.