Domaine benefits from a very special geographical location: it's in Leynes, on the border between Beaujolais and Mâconnais, in the only vineyard valley where white, rosé and red wines from southern Burgundy and northern Beaujolais are produced.
The domaine comprises some 20 hectares: 19ha of white wine, 1ha of red wine.
The domaine comprises some 20 hectares: 19ha of white wine, 1ha of red wine.
Presentation
Presentation
Aware of the dangers posed to the environment by intensive treatments, Germain Bernard has embraced the idea of integrated viticulture: grassing the vines, applying treatments only when there is a real danger to the vines, and working the soil.
Terroir
Clay Limestone
Harvest
By hand
Winemaking
Stainless steel vat
Ageing
Aged in oak barrel during 12 months.
Varietal
Chardonnay : 100%
Specifications
GM : NO
Contains sulphites. Does not contain egg or egg products. Does not contain milk or milk-based products.
Advice
Serving
12°C/54°F
Ageing potential
3 to 5 years
Tasting
Burgundy Chardonnay is a tender, full-bodied wine, blending ripe fruit aromas with the butteriness of ageing before a return to freshness.
Food pairings
Enjoy as an aperitif or with starters, cold meats, fish, white meats and cheeses.
