Domaine Chanson Mâcon Villages Blanc 2023

Winery Background and History

Maison Chanson, established in 1750 in Beaune, has long served as both négociant and estate. Over time the house expanded its vineyard holdings into diverse Burgundy zones—including in the Mâconnais—to produce white wines beyond Côte d’Or. Under its Chanson Père et Fils arm, it combines traditional Burgundian values with modern vineyard and cellar upgrades, aiming to express freshness and vineyard character even in entry-level whites.

Producer and Wine Maker

This wine is made by Chanson Père & Fils. The winemaking team oversees vineyard sourcing, sorting, fermentation, aging, and blending. Their approach favors restraint: minimal intervention, temperature control, and moderate lees contact. They aim to preserve clarity, elegance, and minerality rather than overbuild the wine with oak or heavy extraction.

Vineyards and Micro Climate

Fruit for Mâcon Villages Blanc is drawn from plots in the Mâconnais, on clay-limestone and siliceous soils typical of the region. Exposures tend to be east to southeast, giving morning sun and moderate ripening. The Mâconnais climate is milder than Côte d’Or—warmer summers but cooler nights—which helps retain acidity and aromatic character in Chardonnay.

Vinification & Aging Methods

After harvest and gentle pressing, the must is cold settled and fermented under temperature control (likely in stainless steel or neutral vessels). Oak influence is minimized or avoided to preserve freshness. The wine is aged on fine lees for several months to build texture without masking its vibrancy.

Tasting notes

Pale straw in color. The nose shows fresh pear, green apple, citrus blossom and light floral notes with subtle minerality. On the palate: crisp acidity, clean orchard fruit, citrus zest and a stony undertone. The finish is refreshing and balanced, with good tension and a mineral edge.

Food & Wine Pairing

Pairs nicely with shellfish, grilled or steamed fish, creamy seafood dishes, goat cheese, chicken in herb sauces, and light vegetable dishes with citrus or butter.

Service Methods and Temperatures

Serve chilled at 8–10 °C. Use a white wine glass with moderate bowl to allow aromatics to open. No decanting needed — just a bit of time in glass is sufficient.

Storage and Aging Potential

Best enjoyed within 5 to 7 years. Under good cellar conditions (cool, stable, dark), it may develop mild nutty or honeyed tertiary notes while maintaining freshness.

Grape Varietals & percentage used

100 % Chardonnay

ABV (Alcohol by Volume)

~ 13 % (typical for the appellation)