Domaine Jules Desjourneys, founded by Fabien Duperray in 2007, is dedicated to elevating Mâconnais wines to the quality level of top Côte d'Or Burgundies. Duperray, known for his meticulous attention to detail and commitment to natural winemaking, practices organic viticulture with biodynamic farming. The Mâcon Verzé 2022 is a 100% Chardonnay, with grapes sourced from estate-owned vineyards, some situated above those of Leflaive. The 2022 vintage was fermented with indigenous yeasts and aged on lees for approximately 36 months with minimal filtration, showcasing a shift towards minimizing barrel use for maximum terroir expression. 【Elevating Mâconnais Chardonnay to Côte d'Or quality with obsessive precision and natural winemaking.】 This wine impresses with its purity, depth, and a distinctive chalky tension. Tasting notes reveal aromas of lemon, green apple, peach, bergamot, and pear, complemented by hints of cream, dough, fennel, and wet stone. On the palate, it offers a medium body with an excellent balance between richness and crisp acidity, featuring flavours of ripe apple, pear, peach, lemon, and citron, with subtle undertones of hazelnut, honey, and dough. 🥂 The Mâcon Verzé 2022 is recommended for consumption between 2026 and 2032. It's an ideal choice for a celebratory meal or a special occasion where a sophisticated and expressive white Burgundy is desired. 🍴 This elegant Chardonnay pairs wonderfully with freshly grilled sea bass, roasted chicken, or turkey. Its balance and minerality would also complement creamy pasta dishes or goat cheese.