Albert Bichot - Pouilly-Fuissé - White - 2020

Wine:

The 2020 Pouilly-Fuissé White is already highly enjoyable, opening with subtle honeyed notes in a style reminiscent of a well-developed Chablis. Its dense, supple texture retains plenty of freshness, creating a structured, generous wine with excellent aging potential. It’s best enjoyed at the table—try it alongside a vol-au-vent or classic pike quenelles.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Fermentation and ageing on fine lees for 8 to 9 months, 70% in stainless steel vats and 30% in oak barrels.

Color:

Intense gold.

Nose:

With honeyed notes reminiscent of acacia honey, this wine offers a profile akin to a beautifully evolved Chablis.

Palate:

Dense, fresh, and full-bodied, with perfectly ripened aromas, this cuvée combines structure and richness in a highly enjoyable style, making it an excellent choice for the table.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Vol-au-vent, pike quenelle, sole meunière, fresh and mature goat's and cow's cheeses.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2027.

Honoured many times over and praised by international critics, Albert Bichot belongs to the exclusive circle of Burgundy’s most prestigious houses. Carefully selected parcels, harvests at optimal ripeness, and perfectly judged barrel aging that respects the identity of each terroir—these are the pillars of this renowned Burgundian institution whose reputation extends far beyond France.