2024 Henri Chauvet Vie Ordinaire, Vin de France 1.5L Magnum Jean Foillard and 45 days of maceration

and 45 days of maceration

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VINEYARD: From 3 parcels in Meursault

This press was shorter and faster than what we normally do

She has mostly neutral barrels

2024 Henri Chauvet Vie Ordinaire, Vin de France 1.5L Magnum Jean Foillard and 45 days of macerationGamay & Pinot Noir from two plots (volcanic soil + blue marl). There is 10 to 12 days of maceration with whole bunches in large stainless steel tanks. Only pump overs with a bucket are performed to wet the cap. The wine is aged for 12 months in a new oval foudre (50%) and in old barrels of 300 liters and 228 liters (50%), followed by 6 months in bottle.