Presentation
Located in Chaintré, in the heart of the southern Mâconnais, Domaine Mathias is rooted in a long family history, with a winemaking presence dating back to 1894. Today, the estate spans 11 hectares and showcases several key appellations of southern Burgundy, including Pouilly-Fuissé, Pouilly-Vinzelles and Mâcon-Chaintré. This deep-rooted heritage, combined with a precise understanding of the local terroirs, gives the domaine a strong, coherent identity firmly anchored in its region.
The estate’s signature lies in a demanding approach focused on purity of expression and respect for the living environment. The vineyards have been farmed under organic practices since 2010, with full AB certification from the 2013 vintage. This philosophy continues in the cellar, where careful winemaking highlights balance, clarity and a faithful expression of each wine’s origin.
The wines of Domaine Mathias stand out for their directness, freshness and precision, with profiles that emphasize bright fruit, mineral tension and a clear expression of Chardonnay. The estate has established itself as a reliable name in the Mâconnais, offering wines that are precise, authentic and deeply rooted in the terroirs of southern Burgundy.
Location
The Pouilly-Fuissé Premier Cru Aux Quarts 2024 from Domaine Mathias comes from a Premier Cru climat located in Chaintré, in the southern Mâconnais. With an east-facing exposure, the vineyard benefits from gradual sunlight, allowing slow and even ripening of Chardonnay while preserving its natural freshness. This setting offers ideal conditions to express the finesse and precision of the appellation. The Aux Quarts climat is known for producing elegant, structured and complex wines.
Terroir
The vineyard is rooted in clay-limestone soils typical of Pouilly-Fuissé. This composition ensures a good balance between drainage and water retention, allowing the vines to adapt to vintage conditions. Limestone brings tension, minerality and finesse, while clay contributes richness and structure. This terroir allows Chardonnay to express a profile that is both generous and precise, deeply connected to its origin.
In the vineyard
Domaine Mathias farms its vineyards under certified organic agriculture since the 2013 vintage. Vineyard work is based on environmentally respectful practices, with particular attention paid to soil life and natural balance. Pruning and vine training follow traditional methods of southern Burgundy. This approach ensures healthy and expressive grapes, true to their terroir.
Harvest
The grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness to preserve the balance between richness and freshness. Careful selection ensures consistent quality. This stage is essential to produce a wine that is precise, structured and aromatically pure. It allows the full potential of Chardonnay on this Premier Cru site to be expressed.
Winemaking
Vinification is carried out with precision to preserve fruit expression and terroir identity.
Ageing
The wine is aged in oak barrels, bringing complexity, texture and depth. Oak is used with restraint to support the Chardonnay without masking its character. This stage refines the structure and brings harmony. The wine is then carefully bottled at the estate.
Varietal
Chardonnay : 100%
Specifications
Production volume : .
Age of vines : 50 years old
Serving
Serving Temperature: 12–14°C
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Tasting
This Pouilly-Fuissé Premier Cru Aux Quarts 2024 shows a bright colour with golden highlights. The nose is elegant and expressive, with aromas of white fruits, citrus, white flowers and subtle toasted notes. With aeration, hints of dried fruit and warm stone may appear. On the palate, the wine is full, structured and precise, with a fine tension balancing its richness. The finish is long, mineral and harmonious.
Food pairings
This Premier Cru pairs beautifully with refined and flavourful cuisine. It is an excellent match for fine fish, shellfish, creamy poultry dishes and mushroom-based recipes. Its structure also allows for more gastronomic pairings. Suggested combinations include roasted turbot, Bresse chicken with morels and porcini risotto. These pairings highlight its complexity, freshness and elegance.
