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Wednesday November 13, 2024 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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DOMAINE DES VERCHÈRES
Domaine des Verchères is a family domaine located in the northernmost part of the Macon region, just south of the Cotes Chalonaise. Owner Andre Dupuis is now succeeded by his two sons, Remi and Jean Christophe. The Dupuis sons have planted grass in every second row and placed straw in the others in order to control erosion on the steep slopes and preserve the health of the soil. The soils in their two parcels of Chardonnay are a mix of clay and limestone, covered with small white pebbles. In one parcel, the subsoil is deep and cool clay, which makes for a slow ripening process and the development of complex pit-fruit and citrus flavors. The other parcel has an almost pure rock soil where the vines’ roots go deep into the limestone. This parcel warms up early and provides ripe, generous Chardonnay fruit with a distinct minerality.
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Domaine des Vercheres Macon Villages 2022
ON SALE $13.59 (Reg. $16.99) Item#53678
The Domaine des Verchères Macon Villages is a blend of the fruit from two vineyard sites, with 30 year-old Chardonnay vines. This elegant chardonnay is fermented partially in French oak barrels and partially in stainless steel tanks. Partial malolactic fermentation and lees stirring contribute richness and depth. It delights with delicate orchard fruits on the nose, accented with hints of almond and citrus and white flowers. Subtle oak influence allows the fruit to really shine on the palate, supported by good acidity on a bright, soft, medium-bodied finish.
Domaine des Vercheres Passetoutgrain Rouge 2022
ON SALE $14.39 (Reg. $17.99) Item#54835
The Bourgogne Passetoutgrain is delicious! The vineyard is strictly managed to yield fewer grapes of stunning concentration. The nose is blooming with notes of fresh cherry, five spices, strawberry and a hint of rose petal. The palate has a round attack, lively cherry coming through with silky, firm tannins with a clean and delicate finish. It can be paired with Charcuterie, roast pork, lamb and cow cheeses.