COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Vignerons des Grandes Vignes
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Blason de Bourgogne Mâcon-Villages Chardonnay is produced by Vignerons des Grandes Vignes, a cooperative representing over 200 winegrowing families in Burgundy. The wine hails from the Mâconnais sub-region, known for its calcareous soils that are well-suited for Chardonnay cultivation. The producer emphasizes sustainable practices and a legacy of traditional winemaking passed down through generations. The 2023 vintage is noted for its balanced growing conditions.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
8-13°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vignerons des Grandes Vignes uses solar panels to generate its own electricity.
Fact 02
The cooperative works with over 200 winegrowing families.
Fact 03
Bottle weight is reduced to minimize environmental impact.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Blason de Bourgogne Mâcon-Villages Chardonnay emphasizes preserving the grape's natural characteristics. Grapes are harvested progressively from selected plots. Fermentation is primarily carried out in stainless steel tanks to maintain freshness and acidity. The wine then undergoes a short aging period in vats. Vignerons des Grandes Vignes also implements sustainability practices, including generating electricity from solar panels and reducing bottle weight.
