Auxey-Duresses - Les Clous - 2007 - Leroy Domaine d'Auvenay - 0,75L

Contractual photo /in perfect condition

A remarkable Chardonnay signed by the legendary Lalou Bize-Leroy, combining richness, tension, and minerality.

📋 Characteristics

• Appellation: AOP Auxey-Duresses
• Climat: Les Clous
• Domaine: Domaine d’Auvenay (Leroy)
• Vintage: 2007
• Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay
• Region: Burgundy, France
• Ageing: Extended ageing in oak barrels, with a significant proportion of new oak
• Appearance: Pale golden yellow, bright and clear

🍇 Tasting Notes

• Nose: Expressive and refined, revealing aromas of white fruits (apple, pear), zesty citrus notes, and a delicate floral touch. A piercing minerality typical of the great Burgundy terroirs blends with buttery, lightly toasted nuances from barrel ageing.
• Palate: Ample and vibrant, with chiselled acidity and remarkable tension. The texture is creamy and elegant, offering flavours of ripe fruits, hazelnut, and gunflint.
• Finish: Long and persistent, showcasing the full complexity of the terroir and the precision of the winemaking.

🍽 Food Pairings

Ideal for refined, gastronomic dishes:
• Seafood & Shellfish 🦞: Langoustines, pan-seared scallops
• Noble & Sauced Fish 🐟: Sole meunière, seabass with beurre blanc
• White Meats & Poultry 🍗: Truffled Bresse chicken, veal sweetbreads in cream sauce
• Aged & Hard Cheeses 🧀: 36-month Comté, truffled Brie, Beaufort

🗓 Cellaring Potential

Thanks to its vibrant acidity and meticulous ageing, this Auxey-Duresses "Les Clous" 2007 has a cellaring potential of 15 to 20 years. Over time, it will develop more complex notes of dried fruits, honey, and white truffle.

🌡 Serving Temperature: 12-14°C, ideally decanted 30 minutes before serving to fully express its aromatic richness.

🏰 About the Domaine

Domaine d’Auvenay, under the guidance of Lalou Bize-Leroy, is a living legend of Burgundy Chardonnay. With biodynamic practices and extreme attention to detail, each cuvée is a true work of art, sought after by collectors and enthusiasts worldwide. "Les Clous" is a masterful expression of Auxey-Duresses, revealing unmatched minerality and purity.