History
The Protheau family, originally from the Côte Chalonnaise, have been cultivating vines from father to son since 1720.
![Rully 1er Cru "Les Grésigny"](/image/vin/107/image_bouteille/liste/rully-1er-cru-les-gresigny.png)
Grape variety
Chardonnay
Origin
The village of Rully is situated in the Côtes Châlonnaise North West of Chalon-sur-Saône. The Climat "Les Grésigny" is located South of the village.
Soil
A subsoil of clay and limestone is covered by a very stony top soil.
Vinification
Traditional vinification. The grapes are pressed immediately upon arrival at the winery in pneumatic presses. The alcoholic fermentation is carried out in oak barrels, 30% new oak. The wine is aged for 10 months in oak barrels with regular stirring to gain depth and complexity.
![Rully 1er Cru "Les Grésigny"](/image/vin/107/image_bouteille/liste/rully-1er-cru-les-gresigny.png)
sensory characteristic
Colour
Pale gold in colour.
Nose
A nose of citrus (grapefruit) and hazelnuts.
Palate
Silky, mineral and full of voluptuousness, this Rully Premier Cru has a very nice balance and a fresh finish, on exotic fruits.
Recommendations
Poultry in a beautiful creamy sauce.
Serving
10-12°C
Cellar potential
Drink within 4 years.