Cote Maconnais

South of the Cote d'Or and Cote Chalonnais wine regions of Burgundy, the Maconnais is a broad pastoral area with a long history of wine production. The region takes its name from the town of Macon, which has been a major crossroads since ancient times, with grape cultivation undertaken by the Celts and Romans. Like the regions further north the Maconnais relies on limestone soils to provide purity and clarity to its wines, and the region has vineyards scattered across its rolling hillsides.

Chardonnay is the most widely cultivated grape in Maconnais, with the remaining production given to red wines made from the red grape Gamay, and Pinot Noir. Wines from the regional appellations can be very simple, but the quality is improving. There are 43 village appellations in Maconnais, and seeking wines with a Macon-Villages title on the label will add some quality insurance. The well-known appellations of Saint-Veran, Pouilly-Fuisse, Pouilly-Loche and Pouilly-Vinzelles provide a source of top quality, good value wines.

 

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  1. Medium, rounded white
    Made from fruit grown in the famous appellation of Pouilly-Fuisse, on a rich bed of limestone. This co-operative effort is rich and intense with a satisfying creaminess and lingering finish.... Read more

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  2. Full, rich white
    Located underneath the imposing Roche de Vergisson, owners Christine and Roger have managed the 10 hectare domaine since 1978. Domaine Saumaize-Michelin are new to our portfolio after visiting them in July 2019, where we were highly impressed by the quality of their wines. Without doubt, one of the best Pouilly-Fuisse we stock!... Read more

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  3. Medium, rounded white
    Crafted from grapes taken from the Les Genievres vineyard in Lugny which is known for producing some of the best wines in the Maconnais. Characterised by a pale yellow colour and an intense nose with notes of muscat. The mouth is ample and offers delicious aromas of exotic fruit, especially mango. Beautiful spicy finish with a h... Read more

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  4. Full, rich white Suitable for Vegetarian
    Located in the southern part of Burgundy where the climate is slightly warmer than the Cote d`Or and the wines produced have softer floral aromas and creamy fruit flavours. Part of the wine is fermented in vats and the rest in oak barrels in order to have a fresh and rounded wine with a good structure.... Read more
    Wine Critic Scores:
    Neal Martin 92
    William Kelley 91

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