2022 Domaine Simon Bize et Fils Aux Vergelesses Blanc, Savigny-les-Beaune Premier Cru, France Hodgkinson Shadowed by the Trois Croix

Shadowed by the Trois Croix mountains

All fermented with native yeasts in foudre

fermented and aged in stainless steel tanks

This is our best vintage of the Prince ever

Chardonnay Planted 1992-2015 on Clay and Limestone Soils

2022 Domaine Simon Bize et Fils Aux Vergelesses Blanc, Savigny-les-Beaune Premier Cru, France Hodgkinson Shadowed by the Trois CroixSize: 0. 30 ha (0. 74 ac) Variety: Chardonnay Vine Age: Planted in 1936 Terroir: Ile des Vergelesses, on a steep slope above Pernand, south facing, sandy marl and limestone. Viticulture: Organic (not certified) Vinification: Pressed directly, chilled and settled overnight, ambient yeast fermentation and aging for 12+ months in barrels (15 30% new), filtered if necessary.