Presentation
With 35 hectares of vines spread over the communes of Solutré, Chaintré, Prissé, Igé, and La Roche Vineuse, Domaine Des Vignerais is a major player in the Mâconnais. The estate relies on know-how refined over generations, aiming to combine respect for the terroir and the development of new market opportunities. The vineyard, planted mainly in Chardonnay on clay-limestone soils, benefits from an ideal climate for producing expressive and balanced white wines. Particular attention is paid to environmental preservation, with respectful viticultural practices and precise vinifications. Aging on fine lees gives the wines remarkable richness and depth. The wines from the estate reveal superb vivacity, with notes of citrus, white-fleshed fruits, and chiselled minerality, offering a pure expression of the Mâconnais terroir. An essential estate for lovers of great whites from southern Burgundy.
Location
Vineyard parcels located in the commune of La Roche Vineuse, with southeast-facing exposure that captures early sunlight and offers protection from northern winds.
Terroir
Clay-limestone soils with excellent drainage and mineral richness, contributing freshness, aromatic depth, and balance to the wine.
In the vineyard
No anti-germination herbicides are used. Treatments are applied with restraint, following sustainable viticultural practices that respect the natural environment and promote healthy vine development.
Harvest
Harvested with care to preserve fruit integrity and freshness.
Winemaking
Fermentation is slow and natural, using indigenous yeasts to reflect the authenticity of the terroir. The wine is aged on fine lees in tank to enhance texture and aromatic complexity.
Ageing
Aged on lees in concrete tanks, allowing the wine to develop roundness and subtle depth while preserving its vibrant fruit character.
Varietal
Chardonnay : 100%
Specifications
Age of vines : 40 years old
Serving
Serving Temperature: 10–12°C
Ageing potential
2 to 3 years
Tasting
This wine stands out with its pale yellow robe, youthful and luminous. The nose is intense and inviting, revealing ripe aromas of white and yellow fruits, along with hints of exotic fruit. On the palate, it is full and rounded, with generous fruit flavors balanced by a refreshing lift.
Food pairings
Perfect as an aperitif or served with fresh salads and cold antipasti. Its aromatic brightness and supple texture make it a versatile companion to light, summery dishes.
