Les Crays
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Typically best enjoyed within 1 to 5 years from the vintage release, when its vibrant fruit profile and refreshing mineral edge are at their peak.
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Pan-seared freshwater fish, roasted chicken with herbs, and regional French goat cheeses.
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Crafted by the historic house of Joseph Drouhin, founded in Beaune in 1880, this elegant white Burgundy originates from the Mâcon-Lugny appellation. The name 'Les Crays' refers to a specific, highly-regarded hillside terroir characterized by its intensely stony, limestone-rich soil, derived from an ancient Celtic word for chalk or gravelly land. This unique geological feature imparts a distinctive mineral tension to the 100% Chardonnay grapes grown here. Drouhin vinifies this cuvée primarily in stainless steel vats to preserve the pristine purity of the fruit, capturing the vibrant energy, white flower aromas, and crisp citrus notes that define the best of the southern Burgundy hillsides. It stands as a testament to the Drouhin family's long-standing commitment to showcasing the diverse, terroir-driven nuances of the region.
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Founded in 1880 by Joseph Drouhin, Maison Joseph Drouhin is a historic Burgundy wine producer based in the heart of Beaune, France. Now managed by the fourth generation of the Drouhin family, the estate spans prestigious appellations across Burgundy, including Chablis, the Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune, and Côte Chalonnaise, alongside pioneering ventures in Oregon's Dundee Hills. The maison is deeply committed to biodynamic and organic viticulture, producing elegant, terroir-driven Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Among their most celebrated expressions are the legendary Clos des Mouches, Marquis de Laguiche Montrachet, and the vibrant Laforêt series, all crafted to reflect the authentic purity and complexity of their origins.