2020
Les Grandes Mises

Chardonnay
SKU: MSCHGM2076

Vivacous lighter more refreshing wines may be sparkling, white or rosé, and also may be sweet or dry. However, all are on the brighter and tangier end of the flavor spectrum and will never feature oaky flavors.

FOOD PAIRING: Flattering with almost EVERYTHING, but best for RAW & COLD FOODS, LOW-FAT FOODS & SPICY FOODS.

$25
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Description

Since 1865, the spirit of Mommessin has consisted of a Beaujolais soul and a Burgundian heart that define a style that is fruity, powerful and very close to its roots. The Mommessin spirit stands out for the alliance of two winegrowing regions - Burgundy and the Beaujolais, two cultures that make our wines distinctive and appealing. Although tradition has it that Beaujolais is a region of red wine production, some plots, thanks to the different textures of their sub-soils, allow the successful
blooming of the Chardonnay grape variety. Created in 1937, the Beaujolais white has two birthplaces: Villefranche in the Rhône and the canton of La Chapelle de Guinchay in the Saône-et-Loire.

Please note that this is an imported wine and cannot legally be shipped to AL, GA, IA, IL, IN, LA, ME, MI, MO, MT, OH, SD, VA or WV

Tasting Notes
Appearance: 

The wine shows a beautiful pale yellow and crystalline color.

Aroma: 

The nose offers intense aromas of white flowers with light notes of exotic fruits.

Palate: 

The mouth is surprising, offering a fantastic minerality together with a perfect balance between roundness and acidity. A beautiful white Beaujolais!

Winemaking
Vintage Notes: 

This year has been marked by tremendous diversity between different plots, these having reacted differently to the extreme weather conditions (lack of rain over much of the year and hot conditions). Some plots have lost a lot of juice, others have coped marvellously well! Several factors account for these differences: the soil, siting and exposure to sunlight, age, the yield of individual vines etc.

Tech Notes
  • Appellation: Beaujolais-Villages
  • Region: Saône-et-Loire
  • Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
  • Aging: A short ageing (6 months) took place in stainless steel tanks to preserve the wine's minerality, purity of fruit and crisp acidity.
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Pairs Well With
Meats & Fish:
light seafood dishes
Cheese & Nuts:
Light Cheddar
Fruits & Vegetables:
Asian pears

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