Production areaGrapes for this regional appellation from the Mâconnais are harvested in 7 villages. The vineyards are planted with Chardonnay grapes and cover a surface area of 558 hectares.
OriginsClay-limestone soil dating back to the Jurassic Era allows for the full expression of the Chardonnay grape.
Varietal100% Chardonnay
Tasting notesCOLOUR: Pale gold tinged with green.
NOSE: When young, aromas of white-fleshed fruit open up to notes of white blossoms. Once the wine has aged, the aromas are of hazelnut, toasted almond, honey and flint.
PALATE: Dry, yet round, soft and fruity.
Vinification and maturingVinification takes place in wooden vats and is followed by 10 to 14 months ageing in barrels with a proportion of 20% new oak.
Food and wine pairingEnjoy with starters, cold meats, oysters, shellfish, fish or frogs’legs.
Serving suggestionsBetween 10° and 12°C.
Ageing potentialFrom 3 to 8 years.
