Saint-Véran Climate „La Bonnode“ Ovoide Zen AOC 2022

Wine Description for Saint-Véran Climate „La Bonnode“ Ovoide Zen AOC 2022 by La Soufrandière

Colour & Appearance

Medium, clear straw yellow with a hint of luminosity – a wine that signals precision and purity from the very first glance.

Nose

Restrained and marked by fine elegance. Bright citrus fruit and delicate creaminess combine with a subtle, mineral chalkiness that recalls the limestone-rich subsoil of the vineyard site. Less expressive than its siblings from the same vineyard, yet distinguished by remarkable balance and inner composure.

Palate

On the palate, the Ovoïde reveals its true strength: a silky, precise texture, courtesy of its maturation in concrete egg. The surface feels finely honed, almost polished. The acidity initially presents itself with restraint, then develops surprising energy and tension – electrifying, with genuine grip and depth.

Finish

Long, mineral and characterised by an irresistible mouth-watering salinity that keeps the wine alive until the very last moment. A finish that invites the next sip.

Terroir & Origin

The parcel La Bonnode sits at 250 metres elevation, facing east, below the distinctive Roche de Vergisson. Clay over limestone forms the foundation – a classic Burgundian terroir that delivers minerality and structure in equal measure. The vines are 35 years old and lend the wine concentration and depth.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Pure Chardonnay, hand-harvested in late August and early September 2022. Following whole-bunch pressing, the must fermented spontaneously. The subsequent 17-month maturation took place first in a concrete egg – which imparts the wine’s characteristic creamy texture – then in neutral cuvées. Minimal sulphur addition (total sulphur: 39 mg/l). A wine vinified with impeccable craftsmanship and respect for fruit and terroir.

Food Pairing Suggestions

The vibrant salinity and precise acidity make this Chardonnay an ideal companion for roast chicken with preserved lemon, pan-seared salmon with pea pesto and sautéed potatoes, as well as a classic Breton seafood platter.

Special Features

The Ovoïde is one of four interpretations of the La Bonnode vineyard site that the Bret brothers vinify each year – each in a different vessel, each with its own personality. A unique experiment that demonstrates how profoundly the vessel shapes a wine’s character without obscuring the terroir.