Domaines Leflaive : Mâcon-Verzé "Les Chênes" 2022

The elegance and purity of a great white wine from Mâcon-Verzé

The estate

An essential reference in Burgundy, Domaine Leflaive stands out for its excellence and historic expertise. Located in the heart of the Côte de Beaune, this prestigious estate has extended its know-how to the Mâconnais, revealing exceptional terroirs. Cultivated using biodynamic methods, the vineyard expresses the very essence of its environment, yielding wines of remarkable precision and purity.

The vineyard

The Mâcon-Verzé "Les Chênes" 2022 cuvée comes from carefully selected plots within the Mâcon-Verzé appellation. This distinctive terroir, characterised by clay-limestone soils, gives the Chardonnay a lovely minerality and vibrant tension. The vines are tended using nature-friendly practices, allowing the grapes to develop optimal aromatic richness.

The vintage

The 2022 vintage in Burgundy stood out for its mild climatic conditions, favouring perfect ripening of the berries. This sun-drenched, well-balanced vintage produced healthy, fruit-laden grapes while preserving the fine freshness that is the hallmark of the region's great white wines.

Characteristics and tasting notes of the Mâcon-Verzé "Les Chênes" 2022 from Domaine Leflaive

Tasting notes

Colour
The wine reveals a pale yellow colour, bright and clear.

Nose
The aromatic bouquet opens with delicate notes of white-fleshed fruit, citrus and spring flowers, underscored by a subtle mineral touch.

Palate
The attack is lively and refreshing. The palate reveals a silky texture, carried by lovely tension and vibrant fruity aromas. The finish is long, elegant and saline.

Food and wine pairing

This white wine pairs wonderfully with seafood, grilled fish, poultry in creamy sauce or well-matured goat's cheese.

Service and storage

For optimal enjoyment, this wine is best served between 10 and 12°C. It can be enjoyed now, but it also has fine ageing potential for a few more years.