Mâcon Blanc AOC 2024

Wine Description for Mâcon Blanc AOC 2024 by Bret Brothers

Colour & Appearance

Pale golden yellow with delicate green reflections – a Chardonnay that displays its youthfulness in the glass.

Nose

Enticing fruitiness dominates: apple, apricot and lemon zest unfold elegantly. A subtle oak influence adds complexity, whilst herbal notes convey freshness. The pronounced minerality already promises tension and development potential at this young stage.

Palate

Freshness is the central theme: An invigorating acidity forms the backbone and harmonises beautifully with apple and citrus notes. The mouthfeel is simultaneously creamy and juicy – a Chardonnay that delivers richness without feeling heavy. Precise, focused, vibrant.

Finish

Clean and refreshing with lingering citrus freshness and mineral aftertaste at a moderate 12.5% alcohol.

Terroir & Origin

From the village of Chardonnay in the Mâconnais – the presumed namesake of the grape variety itself. The name derives from the Latin „Cardus“ (thistle), which thrives on the limestone soils of the region. The vineyards display classic Burgundian geology: clay over limestone, east and south-east facing – ideal conditions for precise, mineral Chardonnays.

Grape Variety & Vinification

100% Chardonnay from Bret Brothers, vinified with subtle oak influence that supports the fruit without dominating it. Limited production of just 2,466 bottles.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Perfect with grilled sea fish, scallops, goat’s cheese or poultry in cream sauce. Also excellent with asparagus risotto or pasta with lemon and herbs.

Special Features

A Chardonnay from Chardonnay – it doesn’t get more authentic than this. The Bret Brothers prove that the Mâconnais offers far more than simple entry-level wines: this is Burgundian precision at a fair price.