Wine: Albert Bichot Pouilly-Fuisse
Country: France
Region: Burgundy
Designation: AOC Pouilly-Fuisse
Brand/Producer: Albert Bichot
Grape Varietal: Chardonnay
ABV: 13.5%
Type: White
Code: 1768
 
Tasting Notes
This wine features a lively, aromatic nose with predominant notes of white fruit and spices, underpinned by a subtle touch of oak and vanilla. Mineral on the palate with a good balance between acidity and roundness. Lovely length.
 
Producer
Since 1350, the Bichot family has called Burgundy home. But, it was in 1831 that Bernard Bichot founded a merchant house bearing his name in Monthélie, in Beaune. At the end of the 19th century, his grandson Albert Bichot took the family business into a new direction and created the winery, Maison Albert Bichot as we know it. The family heritage has been perpetuated from father to son since then. The family crest, consisting of a deer and antlers, has been synonymous with the winery since its inception.

Since 1996, Albéric Bichot has represented the 6th generation managing the winery. The winery’s mission is to utilize the best fruit possible to create the best wine and best expression of terroir. In the constant pursuit of accomplishing this mission, Albert Bichot now owns 6 Domaines set at the heart of 5 great viticultural regions that make up Burgundy: Chablis, Cote de Nuits, Cote de Beaune, Cote Chalonnaise, and Beaujolais. Each estate consists of vineyards cultivated with sustainable practices, as well as facilities, cellars and dedicated winemaking teams devoted to wines of that Domaine and region.


Winemaking
The harvest is handpicked and extra care is taken to ensure the grapes are kept cool. 30% of the wine is fermented in oak barrels for up to 6 weeks. Ageing takes 8 months with 30% being in barrels

Fun Fact
This appellation from southern Burgundy is located in the Mâconnais region around the villages of Fuissé, Solutré, Pouilly, Vergisson and Chaintré. The vines are planted on hillsides - sometimes very steep. The varying exposures result in a harvest period that lasts more than two weeks.

Food pairing
This wine is a good match for all kinds of fish, seafood, and white meats in sauce. It also pairs well with full-flavoured cheese.