Pouilly-Fuissé Climat „En Chatenay“ Zen AOC 2020 1500ml Magnum

Wine Description for Pouilly-Fuissé Climat „En Chatenay“ Zen AOC 2020 1500ml Magnum by La Soufrandière

Character

La Soufrandière belongs to those estates in southern Burgundy that interpret Pouilly-Fuissé with newfound confidence. The Climat „En Chatenay“ embodies precise vineyard site work in a region that long stood in the shadow of the Côte d’Or. The Magnum format lends this Chardonnay additional ageing potential and more harmonious development. The designation „Zen“ points to a reduced, nature-aligned approach – less intervention, more expression of place.

Terroir & Origin

The Mâconnais benefits from unique geological diversity: limestone, clay and fossil deposits characterise the various Climats of Pouilly-Fuissé. En Chatenay lies on an exposed hillside slope, where the vines enjoy optimal sunlight and natural drainage. The vintage 2020 was marked in Burgundy by warmth and dryness, which produced concentrated, ripe grapes with vibrant acidity – a balance that enables great wines.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Chardonnay reveals its Burgundian soul here: mineral-driven, complex, with depth rather than superficial fruit. La Soufrandière works with biodynamic principles, spontaneous fermentation and restrained use of oak. The moderate alcohol content of 13.5% vol. speaks to controlled yields and physiological ripeness without over-extraction. In the Magnum bottle, this wine develops more slowly and in better balance – a gain in complexity over the years.

Food Pairing Recommendations

This Pouilly-Fuissé calls for substantial yet undominating cuisine: lobster in butter, seared scallops or Bresse chicken with morels are classic companions. Comté in various ages or goat’s cheese from the region also harmonise beautifully. The wine’s minerality pairs equally well with steamed turbot or risotto with white truffle. A wine for the festive moment, combining substance with elegance.