Bourgogne Chardonnay 2018 - Arnaud Ente
Tasting notes for the Bourgogne Chardonnay 2018 - Arnaud Ente
- EYE: This Bourgogne Chardonnay has a brilliant golden yellow color with some green reflections. The color is bright and vibrant.
- NOSE: Delicate aromas of white-fleshed fruits such as apple and pear blend with subtle citrus notes, especially lemon. Nuances of white flowers and a slight hint of vanilla bring an additional aromatic dimension to this wine.
- MOUTH: Generous and harmonious, with a creamy texture. The flavors of stone fruits, such as peach and apricot, harmoniously combine with notes of fresh butter and toasted bread. A subtle minerality brings freshness and liveliness to the mix. The finish is persistent and leaves a pleasant sensation of freshness in the mouth.
In short: The Bourgogne Chardonnay 2018 from Arnaud Ente is an elegant and balanced white wine. With its delicate aromas, creamy texture, and persistent freshness, it offers a pleasant tasting experience. It pairs perfectly with seafood, grilled or poached fish, roasted poultry, and cheese-based dishes such as quiches or gratins. It also goes well with cream-based dishes like risottos or cream sauces. Whether experienced young or after a few years of aging, it is a wine that will delight Chardonnay enthusiasts.
Other appellations from this estate: Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Champ-Gain, Puligny-Montrachet, Meursault 1er Cru Goutte d'Or, Meursault Clos des Ambres, Bourgogne Aligoté, Volnay 1er Cru Les Santenots du Milieu, Meursault Les Petits Charrons, Bourgogne Chardonnay, Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru 1er Cru Les Referts, Bourgogne Grand Ordinaire, Meursault La Sève du Clos, Meursault...
Data sheet
- Vintage
- 2018
- Format
- 75 cl
- Color
- White Wine
- Grape Variety
- Chardonnay
- % vol.
- 12,5 %
- Appellation
- Bourgogne Blanc
- Region
- Bourgogne, Côte de Beaune
- Producer
- Domaine Arnaud Ente
- Production method
- Biodynamic
- Marketplace
- Vivino

An artist of the vineyard in Meursault
Elected "Man of the Year" by the Bettane & Desseauve wine guide in 2012, Arnaud Ente still deserves the title. According to critic Michel Bettane, his white wines are "the most advanced [...] in the entire world when it comes to Chardonnay." The winemaker, who was also nicknamed the Rising Star of Meursault for a few years, is now considered to be one of the greatest artists of the vineyard in the Côte de Beaune.
With the help of his wife Marie-Odile, his son Pierre, and his two employees, Arnaud Ente takes care of his 4.5 hectares of vineyard the way he would his garden. Although, you need to understand that the man is a true perfectionist (and an inspiration to his brother Benoît). He strives for balance, in all things. Arnaud Ente not only seeks to produce the purest wines possible, he is also constantly trying to find a fragile equilibrium between tension and texture. Acidity and volume.
The concept of precision is very close to his heart. Everything is adjusted and calibrated round the clock... from picking the grapes to pruning the vines. Furthermore, respecting the Burgundy terroir is a real duty for him. Which explains why the yields are extremely low. Of course, Arnaud Ente only uses organic methods in his vineyard (he is a proud recipient of the French "Agriculture Biologique" certification).
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