Benjamin Leroux Saint-Romain ‘Sous Les Chateau’

TASTING NOTES FROM THE CURATOR

Domaine Benjamin Leroux’s Saint-Romain “Sous Les Chateau” is made with 100% Chardonnay grapes pressed in whole clusters, fermented in foudres and barrels, and aged for 12 months. It’s a refreshing white wine with a pale-yellow color, and an ABV of 13%. It has aromas of honeysuckles and white flowers. It is a buttery and complex wine, juicy on the palate, with notes of sweet lemon, and a beautifully balanced finish.

PREPARATION AND PAIRINGS

The Benjamin Leroux Saint-Romain “Sous les Chateau” is great to pair with roast chicken or roast turkey. It’s also great with pesto or cream-based pastas, polenta, and baked salmon or tuna.

THE PRODIGIOUS VIGNERON

Benjamin Leroux is a native of Burgundy, and is a winemaking prodigy. He attended Lycée Viticole, a prominent wine school in Beaune, at only 13 years old. By the age of 26, he was general manager and winemaker of Domaine du Comte Armand. He launched his eponymous label in 2007, to wide critical acclaim. He has risen through the ranks of Burgundy producers at a spectacular rate, thanks to his modern winemaking approach that he combines with respect to tradition and his deep knowledge of viticulture. This young vigneron has a bright future ahead of him, one that the winemaking world is eager to see.

Storage Instructions

Store your unopened bottle in a cool, dry, and dark place safe from constant vibration. Keep your bottle horizontal in a wine rack or cellar to retain the moistness of the cork. The ideal temperature for storage is between 7 to 15°C. Once opened, a bottle will be good for 3 to 5 days standing upright in the refrigerator.