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Les Clous Aimé (formerly called Les Clous) comes from seven different plots of Chardonnay located in the Bouzeron appellation area. The vines are planted with Chardonnay grapes chosen for their moderate yield. From old vines and a predominantly limestone terroir, Les Clous Aimé presents in its youth a very pure and mineral character and after 5 to 7 years reveals the finesse and complexity of its aromas.
Domaine de Villaine was established in 1971 by Aubert and Pamela de Villaine, also co-directors of Romanée‑Conti . Located in Bouzeron, Côte Chalonnaise, it became a benchmark for golden Aligoté, earning its own Bouzeron AOC in 1998 . The estate cultivates multiple grape varieties (Aligoté, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir), choosing sites by soil: Aligoté on limestone slopes, Chardonnay on clay . Winemaking emphasizes large oak vats with lees aging and minimal intervention . The result: terroir-driven wines that are vibrant, fresh and salivating, beautifully expressing the water and minerality of their ancient marine soils .
The origin of the name of the appellation remains uncertain. This could possibly be an ancient form of pear trees. Located to the south of the village, the climate of "Porêts" can be compared to that of "Saint-Georges" in a slightly more rustic style. As early as 1855, this place was considered one of the best in Nuits by Doctor Lavalle. This vineyard is of great importance...
From the prestigious village of Gevrey-Chambertin, this 2018 vintage from Bouchard Père & Fils stands out with its depth and elegance. The nose reveals generous dark fruit aromas, complemented by spicy, subtly smoky and oaky notes. On the palate, it is broad, structured and velvety, driven by fine, expressive tannins and a refreshing tension that leads to a long,...
Domaine De Villaine Bouzeron 2022 comes from Aligoté vines located on the best slopes of the Appellation. Since settling in Bouzeron in 1973, the estate has selected the very old Bouzeron vines of so-called "golden" varieties which give smaller yields and finer aromatic wines.
Domaine De Villaine Bouzeron 2021 comes from Aligoté vines located on the best slopes of the Appellation. Since settling in Bouzeron in 1973, the estate has selected the very old Bouzeron vines of so-called "golden" varieties which give smaller yields and finer aromatic wines.
Domaine De Villaine Rully 1er Cru comes from the blend of 1er Crus Margotés, Grésigny, Montpalais, Cloux, Raclot et Rabourcé. This typicality of the terroir gives wines with a frank and fruity character, sometimes mineral but always possessing a fine and dense bouquet.
2019 is a great vintage for this essential Château in Saint-Estèphe. In the mouth, a lot of roundness and balance with fine tannins.