Presentation
It was in 2005 that Marcel Couturier harvested his first vintage.
Over the years, he gradually expanded his estate. Today, the Domaine, located in Fuissé, encompasses all the appellations of the southern Mâconnais, including Pouilly-Loché the smallest communal appellation in southern Burgundy with a total surface area of 32 hectares.
Deeply connected to nature and a strong advocate for biodiversity, the estate naturally turned to organic farming with the arrival of Auxence in 2018, followed by the adoption of biodynamic practices in 2019.
Location
The name of the climat “Aux Scellés” comes from its cadastral lieu-dit, located in the village of Loché in the Mâconnais, Southern Burgundy.
Terroir
This parcel, about fifteen years old, is planted on schist-rich soil with variegated clay.
In the vineyard
Guyot-Poussard pruning, traditional Mâcon-style arched cane training, careful bud thinning, hoeing, shoot positioning, tying, and trimming. Compost is made on the estate using local bovine and equine manure, grape marc, and biodynamic preparations.
Harvest
Grapes are hand-harvested at full ripeness to ensure maximum aromatic expression and freshness.
Winemaking
Whole-cluster pneumatic pressing is followed by a two-step static settling before the must is transferred to French oak barrels. Fermentations (alcoholic and malolactic) occur in barrel and usually finish the following spring.
Ageing
Bottling generally takes place in August, after at least 11 months of ageing. Sulphur additions comply with DEMETER standards (>90) and total SO₂ levels typically range between 60 and 80 mg/L.
Varietal
Chardonnay : 100%
Specifications
Age of vines : 80 years old
Serving
Serving temperature: 12–14°C
Ageing potential
2 to 3 years
Tasting
With its pale robe, this wine evokes springtime—charming aromas of linden blossom and chamomile, mingled with ripe and fresh yellow fruit. On the palate, it's sheer indulgence: generous, fleshy, and juicy, with bright fruit carried by a fine, lively tension. A wine full of freshness and charm.
Visual appearance
Pale yellow, clear and bright.
At nose
Linden, chamomile, ripe yellow fruits.
On the palate
Luscious and mouth-filling, balanced by refreshing acidity and juicy, expressive fruit.
Food pairings
This elegant and structured wine pairs beautifully with veal roast in morel cream sauce, fish stew with saffron-infused sauce, or a delicate fish terrine. It also complements asparagus, vegetable salads, or pasta dishes with dried legumes, offering refined and flavourful pairings that highlight both freshness and depth.
