Wines Givry Domaine François Lumpp - 1er Cru Crausot - 2023

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Domaine François Lumpp’s Givry 1er Cru Crausot Blanc 2023 is a beautifully expressive Burgundy crafted exclusively from Chardonnay grapes, reflecting the elegance of this varietal in a Premier Cru terroir. The 2023 vintage is noted for its freshness and precision, enhanced by meticulous vineyard care and a careful vinification process that privileges both texture and clarity. The grapes are harvested by hand from the renowned Crausot climat, whose limestone-rich soils impart mineral tension and finesse to the wine. A gentle pressing followed by fermentation in oak barrels, with partial malolactic conversion, brings subtle smokiness, a fine creamy mouthfeel, and complexity without overshadowing the lively fruit.

The Givry area, located in the Côte Chalonnaise subregion of Burgundy, benefits from a moderate continental climate with warm days and cool nights, ideal for retaining natural acidity and aromatics in Chardonnay. The region’s soils are predominantly clay-limestone, lending structure and that signature Burgundian minerality. Givry boasts a history of viticulture dating back to the Middle Ages, and its white wines, while less common than its reds, are increasingly gaining recognition for their vibrancy and sophistication. The Lumpp estate is particularly celebrated for low-intervention winemaking and sustainable vineyard practices, which highlight the unique character of each cru.

This wine pairs beautifully with elegant seafood dishes such as scallops in a light butter sauce, roast monkfish, or even a classic sole meunière. It is also a splendid match for creamy poultry dishes, like chicken with morel mushrooms, and will complement a platter of regional cheeses such as Comté or Chaource. For a Burgundian touch, try it alongside oeufs en meurette with a creamy sauce.

To appreciate the full aromatic palette and texture, serve this Premier Cru Givry Blanc well-chilled but not icy, ideally around 10-12°C. Decanting for 30 minutes before serving will help open up its subtle floral and mineral notes, making for a thoroughly rewarding tasting experience.