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La Soufrandiere Pouilly Vinzelles 1er Cru Climat Les Quarts Cuvee Millerandee Cuvee Zen 2024

La Soufrandiere Pouilly Vinzelles 1er Cru Climat Les Quarts Cuvee Millerandee Cuvee Zen 2024

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Tiny Berries, Iron-Rich Minerality, Profound Weight, and Zero-Sulfur Purity

Experience unparalleled concentration with this biodynamic 1er Cru from the Bret Brothers. Sourced from 80-year-old vines naturally prone to "millerandage" (producing tiny, ultra-concentrated berries), this Chardonnay is a powerhouse. Crafted under the low-intervention "Zen" philosophy on iron-rich soils, it delivers massive dry extract, honeyed citrus, and struck flint. It is incredibly rich yet impeccably dry, offering a masterclass in Mâconnais texture and terroir.
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Style Profile at a Glance

Attribute Profile Scale
Body Medium to Full-Bodied, Rich & Highly Concentrated ●●●● ●
Sweetness Bone Dry ●●●●●
Acidity Vibrant, Tension-Driven & Complex ●●●●●
Oak Subtle & Integrated (11 mos. barrel, 6 mos. tank) ●●●●●

Highlights

  • 100% Chardonnay: Sourced from a minuscule 0.5-hectare plot in the newly elevated 1er Cru 'Les Quarts' in the Pouilly-Vinzelles appellation.
  • Terroir: Situated at 250 meters on the highest, stoniest part of the slope. The soils are clay-limestone on Bajocian bedrock, highly concentrated with red iron oxide, imparting distinct minerality.
  • Millerandage: Harvested from vines over 80 years old that are prone to 'millerandage' (hen and chicken)—producing tiny, loosely packed, ultra-concentrated berries that deliver immense depth and dry extract without residual sugar.
  • Winemaking: Farmed biodynamically (Demeter-certified). Pressed whole-cluster and fermented with indigenous yeasts. The "Zen" protocol designates vinification with minimal to zero added sulfites (10-20 mg/L total).
  • Elevage: Aged for 11 months in traditional 228-liter French oak pièces, followed by a 6-month resting period in temperature-controlled tanks to naturally clarify and preserve its pristine energy.

Tasting Notes

Pouring a deep, luminous golden hue, this unique cuvée opens with profound, high-toned aromas of concentrated orchard fruit, honeyed citrus peel, and struck flint. On the palate, the tiny 'millerandé' berries translate to a massive, almost oily core of dry extract. Despite this formidable textural richness, the wine remains impeccably bone-dry, retaining an electric structural tension. The finish is remarkably long, driven by a saline, iron-inflected minerality and the vibrant, unmasked purity that defines the 'Zen' natural philosophy.

Serving Suggestion

  • Temperature: Serve slightly warmer at 52-55°F (11-13°C) in a large white Burgundy glass to allow the dense aromatics and dry extract to fully expand.
  • Decanting: A 30 to 60-minute decant is highly recommended in its youth to resolve its dense structure. Pair with intensely rich dishes like lobster thermidor, sweetbreads, or aged Comté cheese.

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