Domaine de la Denante Mâcon Villages

The Allure

Radiant, incredibly poised, and beautifully expressive. While others end up lost in a sea of heavy, overly oaked Chardonnays, the discerning palate turns to the limestone rich slopes of Davayé for absolute varietal purity. Masterfully sculpted by the highly acclaimed Damien Martin, this brilliant Mâcon Villages completely bypasses the stuffy pretension of traditional White Burgundy. It offers a wonderfully immediate, bright intelligence and a refreshing, sunny disposition that instantly lifts the atmosphere of any upscale gathering. 

Why It’s Exceptional

The Taste: A beautiful pale gold pour with shimmering silver reflections. The aromatics are intensely welcoming, leaping forward with crisp yellow orchard fruits, ripe white peach, and wild citrus blossoms, subtly underlined by a delicate hint of fresh brioche. The palate is a masterclass in balance, pleasantly fleshy and rounded at first, before a streak of chalky mineral precision cleanses the senses.

The Pedigree: 100% Chardonnay cultivated on steep, sun-drenched terraces sitting directly beneath the iconic, jagged cliffs of Solutré and Vergisson. Fermented and aged entirely in temperature controlled stainless steel vats, this estate bottling deliberately shuns oak to safeguard its immaculate fruit purity and terroir driven energy.

The Ritual: A highly versatile partner for food and long, relaxed afternoons. Chill it down beautifully (around 10°C) to serve as a sophisticated, high energy apéritif, or let its vibrant profile flawlessly accompany a buttery sole meunière, roasted chicken paillard, or a creamy wild mushroom tart.

The Details

The Maker: Damien Martin

The Origin: Mâcon Villages, Burgundy, France

The Grape: 100% Chardonnay

The Strength: 13.0% ABV (approx)

The Exclusivity: Unoaked Burgundy Specialist, Chalky Limestone Terroir, Boutique Single Estate Bottling