Saint-Véran
Situation
Mâconnais
Level
AOC Village
Grape variety
Chardonnay
These vineyards are located in the Mâconnais in southern Burgundy, surrounding Pouilly-Fuissé. The southern part borders on the Beaujolais and lies on the slope of the secondary mountain range that contains the famous Solutré Rock.
Tasting
Delicate nose with notes of white flowers combined with scents of ripe fruit (peach, pear) and sometimes fresh almond. On the palate, this wine features pleasing roundness enhanced by lovely minerality. Well balanced, structured and generous, it boasts a refreshing finish.
Food/wine pairing
Taste this wine with finely prepared fish and seafood, or with white meats and poultry, grilled or served with a light sauce.
Serving and keeping
Serve between 11 and 13°C (52-55°F).
To taste young on the fruit or to keep 3 to 5 years.
Vintages
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The vineyard
Soil: Grey marls, limestone marls, or flinty clay depending on the slope
Vinification
Harvest: Handpicked
Fermentation: 80% in stainless steel vats and 20% in oak barrels
Ageing
Ageing: On fine lees: 80% in stainless steel vats and 20% in oak barrels
Ageing time: 8 to 9 months
James Suckling.com (February 12th, 2019)
2017 Burgundy : A nuanced, terroir-driven vintage: 90/100
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