Vire-Clesse 2023, Chanson

The Maconnais does ripe Chardonnay better than anywhere at this money. Buy it for a table of eight who all want a second glass.

Terroir In the heart of the Mâcon wine growing region, South of Burgundy. The two villages Viré and Clessé form a unique "terroir" on slopes facing South-East. In Viré, the soil is chalky with large layers of clay. In Clessé , the soil structure is slightly different with a combination of chalk and clay mixed with liasic marls combined with oyster- fossils which convey to the wine a specific minerality.This is one of the best white wines of the region combining suppleness and minerality.

Vintage report After a mild winter, beginning of spring was marked by unstable weather conditions, which fortunately enough settled down end May with warm and even very warm temperatures. This situation encouraged a rapid blossoming in excellent conditions. Spring ended with a water deficit which was never compensated. July and August were marked by a succession of very warm temperatures and storms. End of August, a very hot weather settled down with temperatures around 35°C which enabled the grapes to perfect their ripeness. At Chanson, the harvest started on September 5 and ended on September 16. The white wines are very expressive with beautiful aromas of pale fleshed fruit and an outstanding structure.

Tasting Pale gold color. Aromas of yellow fleshed fruit (apricot, yellow peach) with muscat nuances. Well-balanced and lively. Round with a long and tasty finish.

Food pairing Ideal with spring salads and dry or fresh goat's cheeses.