Chardonnay
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Typically best enjoyed within 1–3 years of vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Grilled white fish, roasted chicken, creamy pasta dishes
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Maison Jaffelin, operating from the historic 12th-century cellars of the Chapter of Notre-Dame in Beaune, crafts this Chardonnay to showcase the pure, vibrant essence of the noble grape. Utilizing traditional gravity-flow methods in their medieval cellars, the winemakers preserve the delicate fruit character and fresh acidity of the fruit. This wine represents an elegant, accessible expression of French Chardonnay, balancing bright citrus and white flower aromas with a subtle, rounded texture and a clean, mineral-driven finish. The monastic heritage of the cellars where this wine is nurtured adds a historical depth to its modern, precise craftsmanship.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Established in 1816 by the Jaffelin brothers, Maison Jaffelin is a historic Burgundy wine house located in the heart of Beaune, France. Renowned as the "smallest of the great houses" in Beaune, the winery is uniquely situated in the 12th-century cellars of the Chapter of Notre-Dame, where their wines are still aged in ideal conditions. Under the guidance of modern winemaking expertise, Jaffelin utilizes traditional gravity-flow techniques to craft precise, terroir-driven expressions. They are highly celebrated for their elegant Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines, ranging from regional appellations to prestigious Premier and Grand Crus, alongside traditional method sparkling Crémants.