Beaune 1er Cru Grèves Blanc 2016
Domaine Jacques Prieur
Terroir: The 1.3 acre Domaine Jacques Prieur parcel of 1er Cru Grèves sits on the slope overlooking the town of Beaune just west of the village. The vineyard faces southeast and produces both red and white wines of superior quality. Soils are made up primarily of small pebbles (Grèves), sand and clay leading to a wine of great elegance.
Vinification: Grapes are hand harvested strictly sorted and destemmed. The must will sit on the skins for 23 days prior to racking. The red and white Grèves both undergo 100% malolactic fermentation and 16 months of aging in oak barrels.
Additional Information
2016, 26th-28th April: Devastating frost episode!
After a very mild winter and a warm spring weather in the second half of April, the bud break was advanced but the frost with high level or humidity at the end of the month destroyed the parcels with the best exposition. After the frost the vine was developing slowly. Acceleration in growth and the maturity of grapes were possible thanks to very warm and dry summer, with ripening that started quickly by mid-August. The harvest started on 20th September and the sanitary condition of the vineyard was perfect.
The overall quality of the wines is not affected by these weather disturbances.
Luminous and green gold with silver reflections. Passion fruits, apricot, and vanilla notes on the nose. Very precise and subtle. On the palate, the wine is fresh, dense, smooth and lively at the same time, with lemon notes. Flavorful and tasty finish.
Technical Details
- Appellation: Beaune
- Winemaker: Nadine Gublin
- Sustainability: Sustainable Practices
- Soil: Limestone pebbles, clay
- Vineyard Acreage: 1.3 acres
- Alcohol: >14%
- Sizes Available: 750ml
- Pack Size: 6/750ml
- Varietals: 100% Chardonnay
Recent Press
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Burghound Author: Allen Meadows
Date: Friday, June 1, 2018"(from very young vines that yielded only 9 hl/ha in 2016). The more obviously exotic aromas are comprised by notes of melon, lychee, peach and a pretty floral hint. Consistent with the nose and the low reported yield are the opulent and lavishly rich medium-bodied flavors that possess good power and punch on the sappy and lingering finish. This isn’t elegant but if bold whites are your preference, look no further."Grade: 89-92 points -
The Wine Advocate Author: Neal Martin
Date: Friday, December 1, 2017"The 2016 Beaune 1er Cru Greves, which comes from a hectare of young vines, consists of just two barrels this year. It has a light, slightly resinous, waxy bouquet that needs a little more vigor. The palate is better with a crisp line of acidity, subtle tropical notes complementing the citrus fruit with a nicely detailed, concise finish."Grade: 88-90 points
