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Domaine Albert Bichot Santenay 2017
Santenay AOP
From the superb Albert Bichot and a vintage that’s received unanimous high praise from critics, this is rare white Santenay at its best. Over a year’s barrel ageing has added a seam of vanilla to the vibrant fruit and floral freshness of this white.
Beyond the Label
Tasting notes
Rich, minerality with a saline edge, orchard fruits, blossom
Aroma
Acacia blossom, candied fruits, intense lemon, wet stone, vanilla
Allergy information
Contains sulphites
More information
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White - Dry
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Pale gold
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13.0% ABV
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9.75 Units
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750.00 ml
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31 December, 2025
Santenay lies in southernmost Côte de Beaune and takes its name from ‘santinae aquae’, Latin for healing water. Since Roman times Santenay has been a thermal spa. But today it is best known for fine Burgundies, red and white. This superb, top vintage white is from Albert Bichot, the wines of which are characterised by elegance and delicate nuance – think prima ballerina grace and precision footwork. In 2017, quality was outstanding – “so delicious and refreshing that I predict you will be seduced” (Neal Martin, Wine Advocate), “a nuanced, terroir-driven vintage” (James Suckling). This wine is from Bichot’s Domaine du Pavillon. Barrel ageing for up to 16 months with 20% in new oak lends a delicate seam of toasted vanilla to the pretty fruit.
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