Domaine de L’Aigle 2020 Chardonnay, Limoux AOP

Description

Domaine de l’Aigle is located near Limoux in the foothills of the Pyrenees. The estate covers some 113 acres, with vines planted between 800 and 1600 feet above sea level, making it one of the highest vineyards in the Languedoc. Chardonnay vines thrive in climatic conditions similar to those of Burgundy, where the grape originated; an oceanic climate with continental influences, frequent rainfall and a wide temperature range. The Domaine de l’Aigle estate produces Languedoc-Roussillon wines with a surprising freshness and an exceptional minerality. The estate began its conversion to biodynamic methods in 2014.The vineyard is densely planted, with around 5,000 to 6,000 vines per hectare, allowing us to keep the vines under control and produce wines of exceptional quality. The vines are trellised using espaliers to ensure optimal sunlight exposure, allowing the grapes to ripen perfectly. The vines require regular care and manual upkeep, with pruning, de-budding and thinning out the le…