At a glance

Producer

Domaine Creuze Noire

Region

Burgundy, France

Grape variety

Chardonnay

Wine type

White

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$40-$60

Tasting profile

Fresh orchard fruits (pear, apple), subtle honeyed notes, flinty minerality, and gentle oak influence.

Evolution: Developing richer notes of toasted almond, hazelnut, and mushroom with time.

At peak: Complex layered aromas with harmonious acidity, creamy texture, and persistent finish.

Structure

Acidity

Medium-high, crisp

Tannins

N/A (white wine)

Alcohol

13.0-13.5%

Aging potential

Good, 10-15 years supported by acidity and terroir expression

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2022 to 2033

Optimal window

2018 to 2036

Current status

Approaching optimal drinking window

Current condition

The wine is showing good development with balanced acidity and complexity beginning to emerge.

2014 was a very good vintage in Pouilly-Fuissé, with a warm growing season leading to ripe yet balanced fruit. The Premier Cru Clos Monsieur vineyard is known for producing structured wines with distinct minerality and aging potential, supported by Domaine Creuze Noire’s traditional winemaking approach that preserves the vineyard’s terroir expression. These factors combined grant this wine a drinking window extending well into the late 2020s.

Food pairing

Pairs excellently with roasted poultry, truffle dishes, creamy seafood, veal with light sauces, and aged soft cheeses.

Serving

Serving temperature

12-14°C / 54-57°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Domaine Creuze Noire employs limited intervention winemaking, cover cropping, and reduced pesticide use to maintain soil health. Water conservation and energy-efficient cellar technology are implemented though not formally certified.

While not officially certified organic or biodynamic, Domaine Creuze Noire adopts multiple sustainable viticultural and cellar practices aligned with environmental stewardship to minimize ecological impact. Their focus on terroir preservation, coupled with energy and water conservation efforts, results in a moderately high sustainability standing for a Burgundy estate.