Pouilly-Fuissé
1er Cru Sur La Roche 2024
To the west of Mâcon, in southern Burgundy, Pouilly-Fuissé produces wines which are
famous the world over from a vineyard with Mediterranean characteristics. Wines from the foot of the rocks…
Origin
The rocky outcrops of Solutré and Vergisson, emblematic of these vineyards, remind us that from a height of five hundred metres, 200 million years of history is looking down on us ! Indeed, 20,000 years ago one of the most fully evolved prehistoric cultures flourished here.
Premier Cru appellation created in 2020, with new specifications. 194 ha premier cru over 800 ha of Pouilly-Fuissé. 22 classified climates. “Sur la Roche” is one of the plots which has been partly classified as Premier Cru, in the town of Vergisson. This climate is characterized by its altitude at 375 m and its slope at 15%.
Viticulture
Grape variety: Chardonnay
Soils: shallow from hard limestones.
Orientation: South-East
Surface area under vine: 0.7267 ha
Yield: 44 hL/ha
Average age of the vines: 84 years old.
Vinification
Harvest date: 23 September 2024.
The grapes were handpicked.
At the winery: the whole bunches of grapes were gently pressed for 2½ hours. The temperature of the must was brought down to 12°C then was immediately transferred to barrels with no settling to preserve a maximum of lees.
Ageing
Maturation: aged for 17 months in a 450-L barrel, with no racking or stirring to bring out all of this wine’s minerality. 42% new oak barrel.
Barrels: French oak barrels that had been toasted at low temperatures for a long time to impart a subtle, delicate touch of oak were used.
Bottling
Bottling: by gravity on , wine fined with bentonite, light lenticular filtration. Number of bottles: .
Vintage
Elegant and Structured
The 2024 vintage, marked by limited sunshine and frequent rainfall, required constant attention in the vineyard. At Les Ursulines, meticulous sorting allowed the selection of the most promising grapes (with very low yields in red), fully expressing the qualitative potential of the harvest. The result meets our highest expectations: the whites display beautiful freshness and acidity, while the reds reveal intense fruit character and supple tannins.
Ageing potential: between 6 to 9 years.
Awards
JancisRobinson.com -Negociants'2024 Burgundies - 16.5+ / 20
Tim Atkin - Burgundy 2024 Special Report - 91 pts
Tasting notes
With a bright, pale-gold color, this wine reveals a complex and aromatic nose, blending notes of yellow fruits with floral hints of linden, enhanced by a subtle minerality. On the palate, it charms with its roundness and generosity, offering apricot flavors supported by a velvety, creamy texture that is very indulgent. The lively, tangy finish is marked by refreshing acidity and citrus aromas.
