Mâcon-Villages
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85 points
An attractive Mâcon, with some rich character, forward white fruits and a delicious apéritif style of freshness and acidity.... Read more.
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This appellation is a Mâconnais, from the Sâone-et-Loire region. This region is well known for its fine white wines as well as its fruity red wines.
Tasting Notes
- Location:
- Macon-Villages covers 10,410 acres spread over 43 villages that have the right to use this appellation.
- Varietal(s):
- 100% Chardonnay
- Winemaking:
- Vinification and maturation in stainless steel tanks.
- Visual Aspect:
- Brilliant pale green-gold
- Nose:
- Lemon, mint and honeysuckle
- Palate:
- Very well balanced; dominant floral taste. Dry, lively wine, fresh, fruity and floral. Tender and spontaneous
- Food Pairing:
- Starters, French snails, frog's legs, mussels, fish and goat cheeses
- Aging:
- 2-3 years on average; up to 5 or 6 for the best vintages.
- Serving Temperature:
- 54° and 57°F.
- Sizes Available:
- 750ml
- UPC Code:
- 0 11699 00697 6
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