Heritage 1831
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Typically best enjoyed within 1 to 4 years from the vintage release, when its fresh fruit character and crisp acidity are at their peak.
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Pan-seared white fish in a lemon-butter sauce, roasted chicken with herbs, or creamy cheeses like Brie and mild Comté.
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Maison Albert Bichot's 'Héritage 1831' pays tribute to the historic founding of this venerable Burgundy house by Bernard Bichot in 1831. This elegant white wine, crafted entirely from Chardonnay, serves as a beautiful expression of classic Burgundian character. Sourced from carefully selected vineyards across the region, the grapes thrive on traditional limestone-clay soils. To honor nearly two centuries of family expertise, the winemakers employ a balanced aging regimen, utilizing a combination of stainless steel vats to preserve fresh fruit purity and French oak barrels to impart a subtle, rounded complexity. The result is a beautifully balanced wine that marries vibrant citrus and white flower aromas with a delicate mineral finish, reflecting the timeless heritage of the Côte d'Or.
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Founded in 1831 and family-owned for six generations, Maison Albert Bichot is a historic Burgundy wine producer based in Beaune, France, currently led by Alb ric Bichot. The house manages over 100 hectares of sustainably and organically farmed vineyards spread across prestigious estates in Chablis, the C te de Nuits, C te de Beaune, C te Chalonnaise, and Beaujolais. Renowned for its terroir-driven philosophy, Albert Bichot crafts elegant, precise red Pinot Noir and white Chardonnay wines, utilizing traditional oak barrel aging to respect the unique character of each climat. Their acclaimed portfolio includes exceptional expressions from iconic vineyards like Clos des Ursulines in Pommard and Clos Micault.