Vincent Girardin: Santenay Blanc, Vieilles Vignes 2023 Bodegas Cornelio & Vega Vella - Rioja S

Vincent Girardin: Santenay Blanc, Vieilles Vignes 2023 Bodegas Cornelio & Vega Vella - Rioja SFounded in 1982, Maison Vincent Girardin has become one of Burgundy's most respected producers, crafting elegant wines that faithfully express the region's renowned terroirs. Combining sustainable vineyard practices with a gentle, minimalist approach in the cellar, the estate is celebrated for producing beautifully balanced wines that showcase the purity, finesse and precision for which Burgundy is famous. Vincent Girardin Santenay Blanc Vieilles

A late heat spike saw final ripening and colour development before harvest began at the start of November

It is the only viticultural area in Italy to specialize in the variety

they draw from their estate vineyards in the Livermore Valley and Arroyo Seco

Made to be drunk young

to reappear later in the mouth

The collection is the pure expression of the fruit

It has a fresh flavour

Cool ocean breezes and low night-time temperatures help to moderate this warm area

The Riesling and Grüner Veltliner vines account for just over one hectare of total plantings at Burn Cottage

including grapes

the varietal and the vintage in certified-sustainable wines defined by individuality and the passion of the people who make them

farming and the winemaker's craft