Bourgogne Blanc Les Champlains
At a Glance
- Size: 3.3 ha (8.2 ac)
- Varieties: 95% Chardonnay, 5% Pinot Gris
- Vine Age: Planted in 1993, 1996
- Terroir: Les Champlains, eastern exposition, stony soil.
- Viticulture: Sustainable. No herbicides or pesticides.
- Vinification: Directly pressed, 12-hour cold soak. 4-6 week ambient yeast fermentation in barrels. Aged 6-12 months on the lees in barrels (15-30% new oak). Fined and filtered when necessary.
Additional Info
The vineyard is located near quarries, which demonstrates the interesting rocky qualities of the soil. A small altar was built on this parcel by the domaine team to pay respect to the Bize family.
The goal chez Bize is to harvest grapes that are both sufficiently ripe and have a good acidity to make wines that are precise, delicate, and reflect their terroirs.