Mâcon-Villages 2021
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France / Burgundy
Grapes come from parcels within the Mâconnais area, yielding the highest-quality fruit of the harvest. Vineyard soils have a high percentage of chalk and limestone, which imparts mineral character and nuance. Mâcon-Villages is vinified with no oak contact to retain the elegant aromas and clean, fresh character that this region is prized for.
Harvest Note
The 2021 vintage was a challenge for winegrowers right up until the very last day. The only moment of respite came with flowering, which was ideal for fruit formation, and véraison, which was accompanied by sunshine from mid-August. In the end, hard work was rewarded with success. The wines are aromatic, and well balanced.
Tasting Note
The wine shows floral, apple and citrus aromas and flavors, with mineral notes; a classic expression of Chardonnay from this appellation.
Technical Data
GRAPES: 100% Chardonnay
APPELLATION: Mâcon
PH: 3.34
ACIDITY: 3.8
ABV: 12.61
Unique Selling Points
- Made from the highest-quality fruit of the year’s harvest.
- Vinified without oak to retain the wine’s elegant aromas and clean, fresh character.
- Versatile with poultry and white meat, shellfish, grilled tuna, salads.
“My aim is to craft enchanting wines that taste of the great diversity of Burgundy.”
Frederic Barnier, Winemaker
About the Grape
Chardonnay
Though it has a distinctive profile, Chardonnay reflects other factors such as soil composition and vinification technique. Chardonnay is a reliable, hardy and prolific vine whose only real vulnerabilities are frost and uneven development of fruit.
