Maison Valette Macon-Villages Burgundy, France (20-23)
$48.00
Region: Burgundy
Grape: Chardonnay
Vineyard Size: 2.70 hectares
Soil: limestone, clay
Average Age of Vines: 15 years
Farming: organic
Harvest: by hand
Winemaking: direct press, spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts
Aging: 12 months in stainless steel, sur lie
Fining: none
Filtration: none
Added S02: low
This 100% Chardonnay comes from organically tended clay-limestone parcels around Chaintré and is assembled as a multi-vintage blend to balance freshness and depth across harvests. Fermentation is spontaneous and followed by a long élevage on lees in older barrels, with little to no added sulfur, and bottling is done without fining or filtration.
Specs
- Country France
 - Region Burgundy
 - Appellation Mâconnais
 - Style White Wine
 - Producer Maison Valette
 - Farming Practices Organic, Biodynamic
 - Grapes Chardonnay
 - Food Pairings Stinky Cheese, Roast White Meats, White Sauce, Fried Food
 - Characteristics Wild Side, Dressed to Impress, Big Power, Has Age
 - This item is not eligible for discount.