Crafted by Maison Joseph Drouhin, a renowned Burgundy house founded in 1880, the 2023 Pouilly-Fuissé is a pure Chardonnay sourced from select vineyard parcels across the Pouilly-Fuissé appellation in the Mâconnais region, featuring limestone and clay soils at elevations of 200-300 meters. These sites contribute to the wine’s freshness and minerality. Grapes are hand-harvested, gently pressed, and fermented with indigenous yeasts in a combination of stainless steel tanks and French oak barrels (10-15% new), followed by 12 months of aging to balance fruit purity with subtle oak complexity. This biodynamic approach, aligned with Drouhin’s organic certification since 2009, captures the 2023 vintage’s bright acidity and concentrated fruit, shaped by a warm growing season that yielded high-quality, expressive Chardonnay. The result is a wine that combines Pouilly-Fuissé’s characteristic richness with refined elegance, embodying Drouhin’s commitment to terroir-driven winemaking.
Tasting Notes
This Pouilly-Fuissé displays a pale gold hue with aromas of green apple, lemon zest, and white flowers, accented by hints of flint and subtle vanilla. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and crisp, offering flavors of citrus, pear, and chalky minerality, supported by vibrant acidity, a creamy texture, and a clean, persistent finish.
Awards and Accolades
The 2023 Joseph Drouhin Pouilly-Fuissé earned 91 points from James Suckling, praised for its bright, citrus-driven profile with notes of apple and mineral, and a refined, balanced palate.
Serving and Cellaring
Serve at 10-12°C after brief chilling to enhance its aromatic vibrancy. Enjoy now for its fresh, lively character or cellar until 2030 to develop subtle honeyed and nutty complexities. A refined expression of Pouilly-Fuissé’s village-level excellence.
Technical Details
- Alcohol: 13% ABV
- Residual Sugar: <1 g/L
- Closure: Cork
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