Clos de la Maison Pouilly-Fuissé
Manoir du Capucin · Pouilly-Fuissé, France
Clos de La Maison is a monopole of 31 ares located in the slopes of the village of Pouilly. Wines from this vineyard always show great finess and bright minerality. The wine displays aromas of ripe lemon, apricot and peach with sweet spice hints.
Farming
Sustainable farming
Harvest type
Hand harvested
Grape type
100% Chardonnay
Age of the vineyard
Planted in 1985
Vessel process
90% stainless steel and 10% barrel
Yield
31 hl/ha
Soil composition
Calcareous clay
Annual production
2,000 bottles
Vinification
Grapes are hand picked in small boxes to avoid maceration during transportation to the winery. Pneumatique press is used to better preserve grape integrity. Aging for 12 months: 90% stainless steel vat, 10% barrel with 1 year on the lies.