Beaune Clos Saint Désiré
At a Glance
- Size: 0.26 ha (0.64 ac)
- Variety: Chardonnay
- Vine Age: Planted in 1998
- Terroir: Upper part of southeast-facing hill, chalky clay-limestone soil.
- Viticulture: Sustainable, organic methods
- Vinification: Directly pressed, ambient yeast fermentation in barrels. Aged 11-15 months in older oak barrels (15% new). Blended and aged another 2-5 months in tank.
Additional Info
This parcel is rather high up in altitude, just above Beaune 1er Cru Clos des Mouches. The domaine purchased this vineyard in 2007.