VÉRIZET VIRÉ-CLESSÉ OLD VINES 2020

The colour is a pale but brilliant gold, somewhere between white-gold and yellow, with in some cases greenish highlights. The nose makes an immediate and pleasant impression with a bouquet of may-flowers or acacia, springtime honeysuckle, and broom, together with notes of lemon balm, white peach, verbena, and mint or bracken. As the wine ages, quince jam and pine make their appearance.

Winery notes (2020 Vintage)
"The vines have found their soil of choice on the Mâconnais slopes of the ancient Châtellenie de Vérizet, in Burgundy. Our rich and subtle Viré-Clessé white wines were granted the AOC status in 1998. Discover (or rediscover) our “classic” cuvée for a faithful rendering of the appellation’s trademark identity, taste the “Vieilles vignes” cuvée sourced from a selection of mature, early-harvested plots for a bolder experience.  A great balance between fruit and minerality.

Yellow hue with golden glints. A subtle, refreshing nose with floral accents of lime blossom and acacia as well as a splash of lime. A full, rounded, unctuous aspect on the palate. The suppleness of Chardonnay can be glimpsed here, balanced out by a zingy freshness (lemongrass) with hints of mint and fresh citrus fruit."