Morey-Saint-Denis Blanc En La Rue De Vergy
At a Glance
- Size: 0.578 ha (1.43 ac)
- Variety: Chardonnay
- Vine Age: Planted in 1981 and 1996
- Terroir: Above Bonnes-Mares, very little soil, mostly limestone bedrock, southeast-facing, 320m average altitude.
- Viticulture: Sustainable, organic practices
- Vinification: Pressed, ambient yeast fermentation in stainless steel vats. Aged 18 months on the lees in barrels (approx. 15% new). Short blending period in tank before bottling.
Additional Info
Located just above Bonnes-Mares, this plot is highly unique in that the soil is non-existent! The roots of the vines manage to find crevices between the stones and rock strata to plunge deeply in search of water and nutrients.