Terroir Fuisse Vers Asnieres
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Typically best enjoyed 3–10 years from the vintage release.
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Pan-seared scallops, roasted chicken with morel mushrooms, or classic veal blanquette.
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Hailing from one of the most prestigious climats in the Pouilly-Fuissé appellation, the Verget 'Terroir de Fuissé Vers Asnières' is a masterclass in Mâconnais Chardonnay. The vineyard of 'Vers Asnières' is situated on a steep, east-facing slope rich in active limestone and clay, a geological profile that imparts a distinctive, Chablis-like mineral tension to the wine. Under the guidance of Maison Verget, founded by the iconoclastic Jean-Marie Guffens, the grapes are harvested at optimal maturity and gently pressed. Fermentation and aging take place in oak barrels (with a very low percentage of new wood) to preserve the crystalline purity of the fruit. This wine beautifully balances the natural richness and power of Fuissé with a vibrant, saline acidity and flinty complexity, showcasing the revolutionary, terroir-driven philosophy that put Verget on the global map.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 1990 by the visionary winemaker Jean-Marie Guffens and his wife Maine, Maison Verget is a highly acclaimed negociant-eleveur based in Sologny within the Maconnais region of Burgundy, France. Renowned for revolutionizing white Burgundy production, the house focuses on highlighting the distinct micro-terroirs of the region, from Macon and Chablis to the Cote d'Or, alongside select ventures in the Vaucluse. By employing precise pressing techniques, custom oak and concrete aging regimens, and minimal intervention, Verget crafts expressive, mineral-driven Chardonnay and elegant Pinot Noir. Their signature expressions, such as the Grand Elevage and various single-vineyard bottlings, are celebrated globally for their tension, purity, and exceptional value.