Presentation
Created by Frantz Chagnoleau and his wife in 2009, Domaine Frantz Chagnoleau is located in the heart of Mâconnais, where it highlights the pure expression of Chardonnay. With 6.8 hectares of vines spread over exceptional terroirs such as Pouilly-Fuissé, Saint-Véran, and Mâcon-Villages, the estate is certified Organic Agriculture (Ecocert) and works biodynamically. The vines are cultivated without chemical inputs, with meticulous soil work and limited yields to ensure the concentration and balance of the wines. Vinifications are natural, with fermentations using indigenous yeasts and aging on fine lees in oak barrels. The estate's whites are marked by beautiful mineral tension, aromas of citrus and white fruits, and great purity of expression. A reference estate for lovers of authentic great white Burgundy wines.
Location
Early-ripening plot, surface area: 0.71 hectare.
Terroir
Very light clay-limestone soil over Jurassic limestone subsoil.
In the vineyard
Vineyard work follows a sustainable and precise approach: light soil tilling, cover cropping to maintain soil life, and careful canopy management. Yields are controlled to ensure concentration and aromatic finesse. Harvesting is done manually to preserve the integrity of the grapes.
Harvest
Manual harvest for optimal fruit selection and quality.
Winemaking
Fermentation using the naturally occurring yeasts present on the grape skins.
Ageing
Aged for nine months on fine lees in used Burgundian barrels (no new oak) to enhance complexity and texture.
Varietal
Chardonnay : 100%
Specifications
Production volume : 1 000
Age of vines : 20 years old
Serving
Serving temperature: 10–12°C
Ageing potential
3 to 5 years
Tasting
Pale gold in colour, this Viré-Clessé opens with floral aromas of white blossoms, enhanced by notes of lemongrass and white peach. On the palate, it is fresh and round, with finesse and suppleness. A harmonious expression of its terroir and the Chardonnay grape.
Visual appearance
Pale gold, clear and bright.
At nose
White flowers, lemongrass, and ripe white peach.
On the palate
Fresh and supple, with a rounded mouthfeel, refined texture, and aromatic balance.
Food pairings
Serve as an aperitif, or pair with grilled white meats and aged cheeses.
