Château de la Greffière - Mâcon La Roche Vineuse 2022
Vineyard Story
The Château de la Greffière estate is located in the Mâconnais region of Burgundy, known for its white wines, primarily made from Chardonnay, as well as red and rosé wines from Pinot Noir and Gamay. Founded in the 19th century, it was acquired by the Tissot family in 1997.
The estate benefits from high-quality terroirs on sun-drenched slopes with limestone and clay soils, ideal for producing complex wines. The cuvées, including Mâcon-Villages and Pouilly-Fuissé, are renowned for their freshness, minerality, and balance. The winemaking combines tradition and modern techniques to preserve the authenticity of the wines. Château de la Greffière continues to promote Mâconnais wines with passion and expertise.
Appellation: Mâcon
The Mâcon appellation is located in the Mâconnais region, in the southern part of Burgundy. It is mainly known for its white wines made from Chardonnay, which are fresh, fruity, and mineral, with aromas of white fruit and sometimes flowers. These wines are often light, well-balanced, and have a nice acidity.
The appellation also produces red and rosé wines, made from Pinot Noir and Gamay, which are lighter, fruit-forward, and meant to be enjoyed young.
Mâcon includes several prestigious sub-appellations, such as Pouilly-Fuissé, Saint-Véran, and Viré-Clessé, each with its own specific terroirs. The moderate climate and limestone and clay soils provide ideal conditions for viticulture, producing high-quality, expressive, and accessible wines.
Tasting notes
APPEARANCE
Clarity: clear
Intensity: pale
Colour: lemon green
NOSE
Condition: clean
Intensity: pronounced
Aromas: primary – citrus fruits (grapefruit, mandarin)
Development: youthful
PALATE
Sweetness: dry
Acidity: medium
Alcohol: medium
Body: medium
Flavour intensity: pronounced
Flavour characteristics: primary
- citrus fruits (grapefruit, mandarin), quince and notes of pine tree.
Finish: long
CONCLUSION
Quality level: good
Grape varieties: 100% Chardonnay
Service Temperature: 12° to 14°C
Ageing potential: 3 years
Food & Wine Pairings: Fish, white meat, risotto, goat cheese, snails.