La Borderie - La Confluente 2017

The cuvee

La Borderie - La Confluente 2017

Vintage Blanc de Blancs

This vintage comes from the blend of two plots located in the confluence zone between the Seine and the Arce, in the Côte des Bar.
Two grape varieties: Chardonnay (80%) and Pinot Blanc (20%).
Two plots: “Les Devoix” in Merrey-sur-Arce (planted 1983) and “Val Moré” in Bar-sur-Seine (planted 1954).
Soil: Clayey limestone
A vintage : 2017
Vinification : Juice exclusively from the hearts of the cuvée. 5% vinified in oak barrels.
Dosage : 4.5 g/L
Tasting: Lemon yellow color with pale yellow-green highlights. Delicate nose, notes of lime, white peach, acacia flowers, fresh grapes, limestone. Clean and fresh palate with a pulpy and crisp fruity material, underlined by a well-taut lemony acidity.
Food and wine pairings: Fine clairs oysters, Avocado and scallop carpaccio with passion fruit, Prawns and creamy risotto with crispy asparagus, Fresh goat cheese.