The Éminence de Bijou range represents the pinnacle of Bijou’s craftsmanship, elevating the experience offered by the Le Bijou de Sophie Valrose collection.
Éminence De Bijou Chardonnay
Calcareous clay and limestone
The grapes are sourced from the best sites above Limoux between 400 and 450m above sea level, in La Haute Vallée de l’Aude appellation. This unique terroir is distinguished by a set of microclimates where, exposed to inland coolness and humidity, and a wider diurnal range, the grapes benefit from a longer growing season to ripen slowly.
After direct pressing and cold settling, the grapes are fermented and matured for 5-6 months in a combination of 3 vessels: thermo-regulated stainless steel, 365L French oak barrels from Nevers and Tronçais and older truncated wooden vats to allow micro oxygenation.
Éminence de Bijou Chardonnay is a complex and layered wine that offers bright peach, lemon, pineapple, and melon. The wine exhibits a nutty essence and subtle brioche. The oak subtly surfaces on the finish, offering structural support and a touch of spice. Elegantly balanced with a lingering finish carried by the acidity.
Pairs wonderfully with creamy dishes like mushroom risotto; as well as meaty fish such as halibut, cod, and lobster; and shellfish.
“A lively, precise and fresh chardonnay. It shows aromas of stone fruit, warm herbs and sweet spices on the nose, following through to a medium body with bright acidity. There is a vertical dimension to the creamier texture. Good energy with a comforting finish.”
James Suckling92 points James Suckling
Suitable for Vegans and Vegetarians
Quality and Sophistication
A range representing Bijou’s craftmanship
LA HAUTE VALLÉE DE L’AUDE
A southern French region of canyons and enchanting gorges, reveals a terraced landscape extending from hillside vineyards to the snowcapped peaks of the Pyrenees. We have carefully selected the best cooler sites in the foothills just outside the Limoux appellation area (400 – 450 meters above sea level) where the altitude, coupled with cool nights, moderates the mild summer climate. The Haute Vallée de l’Aude terroir imparts a touch of distinction, ensuring our wines strike the right balance, embodying both freshness and natural acidity
