Rully 1er Cru Montpalais 2016 Domaine Jean-Baptiste Ponsot

Producer

Secret Cellar

Region

Burgundy

Domaine Jean-Baptiste Ponsot is a representative producer in the village of Rully, Côte Chalonnaise. The Premier Cru vineyard "Montpalais" is located on the upper part of the hill, characterized by white, calcareous, pebble-rich soil. It is known for producing white wines with tension and rich minerality. Chardonnay, carefully cultivated using the Guyot method, is aged in barrels for 12 months with approximately 20% new oak. After aging, it is blended for about 3 months in tanks, then bottled after a total of 16 months of aging.

Tasting Notes

Poured into a glass, it reveals a pale gold hue with a pleasant sparkle. The aroma combines flint-like mineral nuances with white flowers, citrus peel, and a subtle hint of toasted oak. On the palate, taut acidity harmonizes with rich fruit flavors, while the sharp minerality derived from the calcareous soil lingers long into the finish. It is ready to drink now but also possesses the potential to age for 10 to 15 years.

Food Pairing

• Pan-fried white fish
• Oyster gratin
• Chicken stew in cream sauce

Cultivation and Winemaking

• Vineyard Name: Rully 1er Cru "Montpalais" (located on the upper part of the hill)
• Soil: White, calcareous, pebble-rich "Terre Blanche"
• Pruning: Guyot method
• Barrel Aging: 12 months (approx. 20% new oak)
• After barrel aging, blended in tanks for approx. 3 months
• Total aging period: approx. 16 months
• Recommended serving temperature: Around 11℃
• Aging potential: 10-15 years

Grape Variety

100% Chardonnay

Alcohol Content

Reviews

Product Information

• Volume: 750ml
• Type: White, Dry
• Region: France / Burgundy / Côte Chalonnaise / Rully 1er Cru "Montpalais"
• Product Code: C16W5401

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