Vincent Wengier Bourgogne Rouge “Les Ardillers”
WHY WE LOVE IT
- Domaine Vincent Wengier uses environmentally friendly practices. The Vincent Wengier vineyard has been certified HVE (high environmental value). 2020 is the first year of conversion of the vineyard to organic farming.
- The regional Burgundy appellation plots are located on the edge of the Chablis vineyard, South facing with slopes of 15-20%.
- The soil is clay-limestone. The subsoil dates from the Kimmeridgian period.
- The average age of the vines is 10 years. The aging potential is 5 years.
Varietal Composition: 100% Pinot Noir
Elaboration: Maceration lasts a dozen days with two pumping overs daily. After pressing, the wine is put into 228 liter Burgundy barrels, for an aging period of approximately one year.
Tasting Notes: The nose is composed of red fruits and morello cherries. The palate is generous, balanced by a delicious fruity freshness. The tannins are supple and melted. A classic red burgundy!
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PRODUCER BACKGROUND
Vincent Wengier is a fourth-generation Chablis winemaker who, along with his wife, Sophie, has produced wine under his name since 2018. Domaine Vincent Wengier was first established in 1950 and is located in the southwest region of the appellation, in the village of Prehy, two hours southeast of Paris.
The Wengiers manage 27 hectares of vines, spread over four appellations. They hold HVE (high environmental value) certification to promote fauna and flora within the vineyard. Their careful attention to detail in the vineyards has also earned them organic certification, effective in 2023.