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 Igé, with east-facing exposure that captures the morning sun and promotes balanced ripening.
Terroir
Clay-limestone soils with excellent drainage and mineral richness, contributing finesse, freshness, and aromatic depth to the wine.
In the vineyard
No anti-germination herbicides are used. Treatments are applied with restraint, respecting the natural balance of the vineyard. Sustainable practices and careful soil management ensure healthy vines and expressive fruit.
Harvest
Whole-cluster pneumatic pressing preserves the integrity and freshness of the grapes.
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 Mâcon-Igé Blanc displays a rich golden-yellow robe with brilliant highlights. The nose is expressive, revealing aromas of citrus zest, orchard blossoms, and dried exotic fruits. On the palate, the texture is smooth and almost creamy, yet remains light and balanced, offering a harmonious and elegant finish.
Food pairings
With its sunny aromatic profile and supple mouthfeel, this wine pairs beautifully with goat cheeses such as the traditional AOC Mâconnais, grilled Bresse chicken strips, or crispy river fish from the Saône.
