Presentation
Anchored in the Mâconnais, Domaine Du Clos Des Rocs is managed by Olivier Giroux, a passionate winemaker who highlights the pure expression of Chardonnay through precise and elegant wines. Located on limestone terroirs at altitude, the estate benefits from an ideal exposure that favors perfect grape maturity. The vines, some of which are over 50 years old, are cultivated organically, with meticulous soil work and limited interventions. Vinifications are precise, with natural fermentations and long aging on lees in oak barrels, giving the wines richness and balance. The whites from the estate charm with their mineral tension, complex aromas of white fruits, flowers, and hazelnut, and great aging potential. A reference estate for lovers of great whites from the Mâconnais.
Location
“En Vers Chânes” is a micro-cuvée crafted by Domaine du Clos des Rocs, led by Olivier Giroux in Loché, southern Burgundy. It is produced under the AOP Mâcon-Fuissé, one of the most refined and terroir-driven appellations for Chardonnay in the Mâconnais. The estate works parcel by parcel, with a focus on precision and purity, and practices certified organic viticulture.
Terroir
This wine comes from a tiny 0.25-hectare parcel planted with 45-year-old Chardonnay vines. Situated at 400 meters above sea level, the site is windy and well-drained, composed of sandy-limestone soils over sandstone bedrock. This altitude and soil combination brings both energy and refined minerality, resulting in a wine of remarkable clarity and verticality.
In the vineyard
The vineyard is cultivated with certified organic methods, in keeping with the domaine’s commitment to low-intervention farming.
Harvest
Manual harvesting ensures optimal selection of ripe, healthy grapes at peak maturity.
Winemaking
After a gentle crushing, the grapes undergo a very slow press, designed to extract only the purest juice.
Ageing
The wine is aged for 11 months, divided equally between 50% stainless steel tanks (to preserve freshness and tension) and 50% used 500-liter oak barrels (to build texture and depth without adding oak flavor). Sulfite use is minimal and carefully managed.
Varietal
Chardonnay : 100%
Specifications
Production volume : 2 000
Age of vines : 45 years old
Serving
Serve at 14°C (57°F) to reveal its full aromatic expression.
Ageing potential
2 to 3 years
Tasting
On the nose, the wine reveals delicate aromas of ripe citrus, lifted by airy freshness. On the palate, it offers elegant mineral tension, a linear profile, and mouthwatering acidity. This is a pure, vibrant, and focused Chardonnay, marked by precision and finesse.
Food pairings
“En Vers Chânes” shines alongside refined dishes:
Shellfish (clams, oysters, scallops), Delicate white fish (grilled, steamed, or ceviche-style), Seafood risottos, Fresh cheeses (goat, cottage cheese), Light Asian-inspired cuisine.
Its mineral backbone makes it a perfect partner for minimalist, elegant preparations.
