Presentation
Domaine Des Maréchaudes is a major player in the Mâconnais vineyard. Located on the steep slopes of Azé, it benefits from an exceptional terroir, where Chardonnay and Pinot Noir thrive on clay-limestone soils. Thanks to integrated pest management and careful vinifications led by a passionate team, the estate produces elegant and accessible wines, combining freshness and complexity. The whites reveal beautiful mineral tension and aromas of citrus and white-fleshed fruits, while the reds charm with their suppleness and delicate structure. An essential reference for those seeking excellent value for money in southern Burgundy.
Terroir
Clay-limestone soil.
In the vineyard
Planting density 7500 feet/ha. Ground cover between rows. Single Guyot pruning and arching.
Harvest
Machine that allows sorting and destemming of grapes.
Winemaking
Direct pressing of the grapes followed by static settling at -4°C. Fermentation in concrete tanks for about ten days between 16 and 18°C.
Ageing
Aging on fine lees for 11 months in concrete tank.
Varietal
Chardonnay : 100%
Specifications
Age of vines : 30 years old
Serving
11 to 13 °C
Ageing potential
3 to 5 years
Tasting
Predominant white flower aromas on the nose. Fresh finish brought by the lemony scent and minerality of this wine.
Food pairings
To be enjoyed as an appetizer: cold cuts or even shellfish.