VIRÉ-CLESSÉ 2024

Production area

Recognised in 1998 and receiving the official new appellation a year later, Viré-Clessé is the first communal appellation from the remarkable terroirs within the wider AOC Macon-Villages. Viré and Clessé are two villages situated in Southern Burgundy between Tournus and Macon. With the style of their wines being so similar, a single appellation was chosen. It covers 406,65 ha.

Origins

The appellation is situated on two slopes, running North-South, with valleys between, which are composed of limestone (Bajocian) and marl-limestone strata from the Oxfordian era (Jurassic). Other soils on the low slopes are clay with "chailles"- sandstone pebbles - well-drained land facing East. The "Cray", a Maconnais chalky soil with white stone is found here - the best soil for Chardonnay. Altitude - between 200 m and 400 m.

Varietal

100% Chardonnay

Tasting notes

COULEUR : Pale gold.
NEZ : Nice floral bouquet (hawthorn, acacia) with notes of citronella and peach.
PALAIS : Fresh, tender, beautiful liveliness with fruity aromas.

Vinification and maturing

Traditional vinification. Pressing. Racking. Fermentation in temperature-controlled vats at 18-19°C for 8 days. Vatting for 2 weeks. Racking followed by ageing on fine lees for about 8 months, with a portion further refined to add subtle structure.

Food and wine pairing

Perfect with poultry, crustaceans, sauted vegetables, goat cheeses and Camembert.

Serving suggestions

11 to 13°C

Ageing potential

4 to 6 years

Vintage : 2024

Despite near-normal temperatures, the 2024 vintage in Burgundy was marked by a lack of sunshine. In the vineyard, our team worked hard to fight the diseases caused by frequent rainfall and this lack of sun. In the winery, the meticulous sorting allowed us to select only the best grapes and to make the most of this vintage’s quality potential. Quality is on point: the whites are expected to be very elegant while the reds are already fruity and structured.

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