Domaine Boyer-Gontard
2012 Pernand-Vergelesses En Caradeux
Somewhat rustic yet round and balanced, and with a mineral lemon taste, this Chardonnay Village is quick and firm in its youth and develops a smoother and more supple feel over time. Another fine white Burgundy for casual occasions.
Scents of hay and pear blossom and distant toasty hints mix with more perfumed, floral scents (acacia) for a complex nose that sends the mind searching for adjectives. Shows lovely poise on the palate, balanced between a fruity, rich mouthfeel and crisp, persistent acidity apparent behind the fruit and through to a lingering, acid-dominated finish with the most delicate of slightly grippy tannins. Still young, but this wine has the structure to suggest it will reward cellaring.
Food pairing: oysters, other shellfish, fish, pasta with light cream sauce, asparagus risotto
The Creator of This Wine
Domaine Boyer-Gontard
A believer in the here-and-now, Gérard Boyer of Domaine Boyer-Gontard hews to traditional techniques yet produces wines that are full of fruit and ready to drink early. With a doctorate in oenology, he believes in consistently producing young wines with “funky fruit” flavors. Our Sommelier states: “I’ve never had a wine from him that I didn’t like.”
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| Producer: | Domaine Boyer-Gontard |
| Region: | Burgundy |
| Year: | 2012 |
| Maturity: | 2013-2016 |
| Alcohol: | 13% |
| Bottle size: | 750ml |
| Color: | White |
| Varietal: | Chardonnay |
| Flavors: | Honey, Almond, Grassy |
| Body: | Medium |
| Soul: | Delicate |
