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Burgundy represents, for many, the epitome of world-class winemaking. Standing amongst the most historic Burgundian houses of this famed French region is Labouré-Roi. Established in 1832, this forward-thinking winery is today one of the appellation’s most successful and prolific producers with wines distributed to over thirty countries worldwide and annual sales revenues in excess of $70 million.

On each bottle of Labouré-Roi is the regal fleur-de-lys, the emblem of the French King Louis VII. While this house respects its remarkable heritage, it has embraced the future like few other Burgundian producers. Labouré-Roi’s winemaking facility is indeed one of the more technically-advanced within the region, with a cellaring capacity of 1,300 barrels. This supplements an impressive 16th century cellar, which is still used for storage and aging of select bottles.

Located in Nuits-Saint-George, Labouré-Roi has long been committed to making world-class wine accessible to all. To that end, it currently works with an impressive one hundred growers throughout nearly every major winemaking region of France, from regional appellations and the most celebrated Burgundy villages, to superlative Premier and Grand Cru vineyards. Labouré-Roi’s fine wines have over the years received numerous international awards and accolades.

Production Area
This controlled appellation of Pouilly Fuissé is the “cru” of the Maconnais and it is here that the Chardonnay grape is able to reach unsurpassed levels of elegance. Lying on a foundation of fossiliferous limestone identical to those found further north in the Côte d’Or, the Bajocien escarpments of Solutré and Vergisson owe their dramatic profile to the presence of hard fossil corals which have resisted erosion. The vines are planted on the slopes and at the foot of these two hills on marly-limestone soils of Jurassic origin mixed with small rocks and schist. The hillsides have an easterly or south-easterly exposure and altitudes of 250 to 280 meters.

Grape Varieties
100% Chardonnay

Vinification
Grapes are harvested at optimum maturity. The wine is vinified and aged in steel vats to preserve freshness.

Color
Pale gold with green tints

Bouquet
Distinct mineral notes with nuances of almond, hazelnut, citrus, peach, buttered brioche, and honey

Taste
Opulent and structured with natural richness

Alcohol
13%

Serving Suggestions
Partner with king prawns, lobster and crawfish, as well as foie gras, white meats such as veal or poultry in cream sauce, and many varieties of goat cheese. Its aromatic power means it can also match spicy and exotic dishes such as couscous, sweet-and-sour dishes and sushi.