Joseph Drouhin Beaune 1er Cru 'Clos des Mouches' Blanc

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Joseph Drouhin Beaune 1er Cru 'Clos des Mouches' Blanc

Name: Joseph Drouhin Beaune 1er Cru 'Clos des Mouches' Blanc
Brand: Joseph Drouhin
Price: null USD
Rating: 4.5 (0 reviews)

France, Burgundy

White wine

4.5

Expert Rating

4.4

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WINE DESCRIPTION

Joseph Drouhin Beaune 1er Cru 'Clos des Mouches' Blanc is a highly acclaimed white wine produced by Maison Joseph Drouhin in the Burgundy wine region of France. This wine is made from Chardonnay grapes grown in the Clos des Mouches vineyard, which is located on a hillside with south-east exposure and benefits from the region's unique limestone soils. The wine is aged in French oak barrels, resulting in a wine with complex aromas of white flowers, citrus, and hazelnut, with a hint of honey. On the palate, it is full-bodied and rich, with a long, elegant finish. This wine is a perfect representation of the high-quality Chardonnays being produced in Burgundy and is a must-try for any wine enthusiast looking for a refined and sophisticated white wine.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Joseph Drouhin Beaune 1er Cru Blanc is a rich and elegant white Burgundy.On the nose, aromas of ripe orchard fruits, almonds, white flowers and a hint of citrus zest are evident. On the palate, this wine is full bodied and creamy with flavors of apricot, honey, and ginger spice that are balanced by a crisp acidity. The finish is long and lingering. Overall, this is a sophisticated and complex white Burgundy that is sure to delight.

EXPERT RATING

4.5

DRINKING WINDOW

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2025

Profile

Sweetness:

Almost dry

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Generous

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

No tannin

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Chardonnay

ORIGINS

Winery: Joseph Drouhin

Region: Burgundy

Burgundy is a wine region located in the east-central part of France, renowned for its high-quality wines. It is one of the most famous and prestigious wine regions in the world, with a long history of winemaking that dates back to the Middle Ages. Burgundy has been producing wine since the Middle Ages, and its wines have been highly sought after since the 15th century. The region is divided into four main sub-regions: Chablis, Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune, and Côte Chalonnaise. Each of these sub-regions has its own unique terroir and produces wines with distinct characteristics.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.4

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