Presentation
Former winemaker of the Verget house, Jean Rijckaert founded his own estate in 1998, in Leynes, south of the Mâconnais. The vineyard extends over 9.5 hectares, spread between Viré-Clessé, Mâcon-Lugny, and Saint-Véran in Burgundy, and Côtes du Jura and Arbois in Jura. The estate favors sustainable agriculture, respecting the authenticity of the terroirs. The whites of the Mâconnais are mineral and of great purity, while those of Jura, aged in barrels, offer beautiful aromatic complexity and remarkable typicity. What distinguishes us: mastery of Chardonnay in two different regions, offering a varied aromatic palette and a unique style.
Location
East-facing overall exposure.
Terroir
Diverse clay-limestone soils, predominantly red clays and hard limestone fragments (“chailles”).
In the vineyard
Essential vine care includes thoughtful soil work and precise, environmentally respectful treatments.
Harvest
Manual harvesting.
Winemaking
Fermentation takes place in oak barrels after gentle pressing of the grapes.
Ageing
Aged on fine lees in oak barrels for 10 months, then matured in stainless steel vats for a further 3 months.
Varietal
Chardonnay : 100%
Serving
Serving temperature: 10 to 12°C
Ageing potential
2 to 3 years
Tasting
Golden with green reflections. The nose offers notes of peach, melon, and butter. On the palate, the attack is bright and lively, leading to generous volume and a long, aromatic finish. A wine that balances freshness with richness and depth.
Visual appearance
Golden with green highlights.
At nose
Peach, melon, buttery nuances.
On the palate
Lively and broad, with good length and aromatic persistence.
Food pairings
Pairs well with seasoned meats, vegetables, and pasta dishes.