Chardonnay
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed within 2 to 5 years from the vintage release to appreciate its fresh fruit profile and crisp acidity.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Roasted chicken, grilled sea bass, goat cheese
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Crafted by the micro-negotiant house of Marchand-Tawse, this Bourgogne Chardonnay represents a harmonious blend of modern biodynamic philosophy and deep-rooted Burgundian tradition. Pascal Marchand, an iconic winemaker originally from Quebec, collaborates with Canadian financier Moray Tawse to source grapes from carefully selected, sustainably farmed parcels across the Côte d'Or. This wine is fermented using indigenous yeasts and aged primarily in older French oak barrels to preserve the vibrant, primary fruit character of the Chardonnay grape while imparting a subtle, textured complexity. Historically, Chardonnay has thrived in Burgundy's limestone-rich soils since the Middle Ages, when Cistercian monks meticulously charted the region's unique climats. In the glass, this cuvée delivers a classic expression of regional white Burgundy, characterized by bright citrus, green apple, white flowers, and a distinct flinty minerality that pays homage to its historic terroir.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Established in 2010 by Canadian financier Moray Tawse and acclaimed Burgundy winemaker Pascal Marchand, Marchand-Tawse is a distinguished winery based in Nuits-Saint-Georges, France. Combining traditional Burgundian heritage with organic and biodynamic viticultural practices, the house crafts highly expressive, terroir-driven wines from meticulously sourced parcels across the Côte d'Or. Their portfolio highlights exceptional Pinot Noir and Chardonnay expressions, ranging from vibrant regional labels to prestigious Premier and Grand Cru climates, all vinified with minimal intervention to preserve the pure, elegant character of the fruit. Official website: https://www.marchand-tawse.com. Address: 25 Rue de la Combe, 21700 Nuits-Saint-Georges, Burgundy, France.