Clos de la Maison Pouilly-Fuissé

Manoir du Capucin · Pouilly-Fuissé, France

Clos de La Maison is a monopole of 31 ares located in the slopes of the village of Pouilly. Wines from this vineyard always show great finess and bright minerality. The wine displays aromas of ripe lemon, apricot and peach with sweet spice hints.

Farming
Sustainable farming

Harvest type
Hand harvested

Grape type
100% Chardonnay

Age of the vineyard
Planted in 1985

Vessel process
90% stainless steel and 10% barrel

Yield
31 hl/ha

Soil composition
Calcareous clay

Annual production
2,000 bottles

Vinification
Grapes are hand picked in small boxes to avoid maceration during transportation to the winery. Pneumatique press is used to better preserve grape integrity. Aging for 12 months: 90% stainless steel vat, 10% barrel with 1 year on the lies.