Vierge Blanche
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Typically best enjoyed within 1–4 years from the vintage release to fully appreciate its fresh, vibrant, and fruit-forward character.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Grilled white fish, fresh goat cheese, roasted chicken with herbs
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Founded in 1933 by Émile Chandesais in the village of Fontaines, Maison Chandesais has spent nearly a century capturing the soul of the Côte Chalonnaise and broader Bourgogne. The 'Vierge Blanche' (White Virgin) is a traditional cuvée that celebrates the pure, unadorned character of Burgundy's white grape heritage, typically showcasing Chardonnay or Aligoté grown on classic clay-limestone soils. The name itself evokes the pristine, untouched nature of the fruit and nods to the historical statues of the Virgin Mary found throughout Burgundian vineyards, placed by winemakers of old to protect the vines from spring frosts. Vinified primarily in stainless steel to preserve its bright acidity and mineral tension, this wine offers a beautiful expression of white flowers, crisp green apple, and flinty minerality.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 1933 by Émile Chandesais in the village of Fontaines, Maison Chandesais is a historic négociant-éleveur deeply rooted in the Côte Chalonnaise region of Burgundy, France. Now managed under the stewardship of the Picard family, the house maintains a steadfast commitment to traditional Burgundian vinification, focusing on showcasing the distinct terroirs of the region. Maison Chandesais is highly regarded for its elegant, expressive white wines, particularly its regional appellations and village-level offerings. Among its signature expressions is the 'Vierge Blanche,' a refined white wine that exemplifies the purity, crisp minerality, and classic fruit character of Burgundy's native grape varieties.