{"product_id":"olivier-merlin-pouilly-fuisse-burgundy-france-2014","title":"Olivier Merlin Pouilly-Fuisse Burgundy France 2014","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\n\n\n    \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n    \u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\n    \u003ctitle\u003eOlivier Merlin Pouilly-Fuissé 2014\u003c\/title\u003e\n    \u003cstyle\u003e\n        body { font-family: Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 20px; }\n        h2 { color: #333; }\n        h4 { color: #555; }\n        p { margin: 10px 0; }\n    \u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\n    \u003ch2\u003eOlivier Merlin Pouilly-Fuissé 2014\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eFrom the renowned Olivier Merlin in Mâconnais, Burgundy, the Pouilly-Fuissé 2014 is a sophisticated Chardonnay from premier terroirs in La Roche-Vineuse and Fuissé. Crafted from 100% Chardonnay, sourced from 40-year-old vines on clay-limestone soils, it’s hand-harvested and fermented in French oak. Aged 18 months in oak (25% new), it offers a golden hue and complex maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch4\u003eWinemaking Process\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMerlin’s meticulous craftsmanship defines this wine. The 2014 vintage, from a balanced year, undergoes fermentation in French oak barrels with partial malolactic fermentation for texture. Aging 18 months in 25% new oak barrels enhances richness while preserving minerality, creating a full-bodied Chardonnay with vibrant acidity and a refined, creamy finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eA rich, refined white with lush stone fruit and creamy oak, showcasing Burgundy’s elegance.\u003cbr\u003e\n    The nose reveals ripe peach, green apple, and lemon curd, with hints of vanilla, hazelnut, and chalky minerality. On the palate, it’s full-bodied and balanced, with bright acidity, creamy fruit, and a long, mineral-driven finish with subtle oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch4\u003eAwards and Accolades\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe 2014 Pouilly-Fuissé earned 92 points from \u003cem\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/em\u003e for its lush fruit and creamy texture. \u003cem\u003eWine Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e awarded 91 points, praising its mineral elegance. \u003cem\u003eDecanter\u003c\/em\u003e gave 90 points, noting its balanced richness. \u003cem\u003eCellarTracker\u003c\/em\u003e users average 90 points, appreciating its refined complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch4\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003ePair this white with Western dishes like grilled scallops or creamy risotto to highlight its richness and minerality. For Chinese cuisine, try 炸子雞, 醬爆肉丁, 龍蝦伊麵, 豉油雞, 鹽焗雞, or 白切雞 to complement its creamy texture and citrus notes. Ideal for seafood dinners or elegant gatherings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch4\u003eServing and Cellaring\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eServe chilled at 12°C in a wide-bowled glass to enhance aromas. Enjoy now or cellar until 2024 for further complexity. Explore our Burgundy collection for more Chardonnay classics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch4\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eAlcohol: 13% ABV\u003cbr\u003e\n    Residual Sugar: \u0026lt;2 g\/L\u003cbr\u003e\n    Closure: Cork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/body\u003e","brand":"EmW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47789984350379,"sku":"BRW022","price":290.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3023\/7867\/files\/olivier_merlin_pouilly-fuisse.png?v=1789180999","url":"https:\/\/www.regiswine.com.hk\/products\/olivier-merlin-pouilly-fuisse-burgundy-france-2014","provider":"Regis Wine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}