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.
Terroir
Southeast-facing slopes with clay-limestone soils that offer excellent drainage and mineral richness, contributing finesse and aromatic depth.
In the vineyard
No anti-germination herbicides are used. Treatments are applied with restraint, following sustainable viticultural practices that respect the natural balance of the ecosystem.
Harvest
Grapes are harvested with care to preserve freshness and fruit integrity.
Winemaking
A slow fermentation using indigenous yeasts allows the wine to fully express its terroir. Whole-cluster pressing ensures purity and finesse.
Ageing
Aged on fine lees in tank, enhancing roundness and complexity while preserving freshness.
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 displays a pale yellow robe, youthful and luminous. The nose is intense and inviting, with ripe aromas of white and yellow fruits, complemented by hints of exotic fruit. On the palate, it is full and rounded, offering 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.
