Dom Trapet P&F Marsannay Blanc 2020

Category:
 
White Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
White Wines
Producer:
 
Dom Trapet P&F
Label Name:
 
Marsannay Blanc
Vintage:
 
2020
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Marsannay, Côte de Nuits (Burgundy)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13%
Grape(s):
 
Chardonnay (may include small % Pinot Beurot).
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
10-12°C

Awards/Ratings
DutchWineApprentice/DWA score ~90 for the 2020 Marsannay Blanc; Few extensive international scores published specifically for the 2020 blanc

Tasting Note
Mineral-driven Chardonnay with citrus, green apple, white flowers and apricot, a subtle waxy texture and bright acidity leading to a long, saline finish.

Food Pairing
Western: lobster, scallops, grilled/poached white fish, roast chicken, creamy mushroom pasta. Asian: sushi/sashimi, steamed fish with ginger & scallion, Vietnamese spring rolls, lightly spiced Thai seafood (green curry).

Production Method
Biodynamic viticulture; gentle crushing/pressing, fermentation in large wooden vats with some élevage on lees and minimal sulfur additions.

Vineyard Info
Family domaine Trapet Père & Fils (Gevrey-Chambertin), biodynamic since the 1990s; Marsannay blanc comes from small parcels (~80 ares). Long family history back to early 20th century.