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La Soufrandiere Saint Veran Climat La Bonnode 2016

La Soufrandiere Saint Veran Climat La Bonnode 2016

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White Peach, Meyer Lemon, Crushed Stone, and Crystalline Tension

Discover the crystalline purity of Saint-Véran from the Bret Brothers' celebrated La Soufrandière estate. Sourced from the biodynamically farmed "La Bonnode" vineyard resting just beneath the iconic Roche de Vergisson, this 2016 Chardonnay is a masterclass in tension and grace. Expect an energetic core of white peach and Meyer lemon, grounded by a profound crushed-stone minerality and a beautifully textured, mouthwatering finish.
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Style Profile at a Glance

Attribute Profile Scale
Body Medium-Bodied, Focused & Textural ●●●●●
Sweetness Bone Dry ●●●●●
Acidity Vibrant, Tense & Mouthwatering ●●●●●
Oak Subtle & Integrated (Older French oak) ●●●●●

Highlights

  • 100% Chardonnay: A brilliant representation of the Saint-Véran appellation, highlighting the dynamic energy typical of the Mâconnais' best sites.
  • Terroir: Sourced from the "La Bonnode" climat, an east-facing slope situated just beneath the majestic Roche de Vergisson. The soils are a complex mix of clay and active limestone, instilling the wine with remarkable tension and mineral drive.
  • Winemaking: Cultivated under strict biodynamic practices (Demeter certified). The Bret Brothers utilize hand-harvesting, whole-bunch pressing, and indigenous yeast fermentation to preserve absolute site transparency.
  • Elevage: Aged gracefully on its fine lees in neutral, older French oak barrels. This approach enhances the wine's textual depth without masking the delicate floral and orchard fruit aromas.
  • Vintage Profile: Despite the severe weather challenges of the 2016 vintage that drastically reduced yields across Burgundy, the surviving fruit produced wines of exceptional concentration, classically vibrant acidity, and profound aging potential.

Tasting Notes

Pouring a luminous golden-yellow, this Saint-Véran opens with a pure and captivating bouquet. Aromas of crisp white peach, green pear, and Meyer lemon zest are lifted by delicate white blossoms and a persistent, flinty minerality. On the palate, it is medium-bodied with an alluring textural richness that is immediately countered by a spine of taut, mouthwatering acidity. The wine is incredibly focused and energetic, driving toward a long, saline finish that echoes with crushed limestone and a subtle hint of toasted almond.

Serving Suggestion

  • Temperature: Serve at 50-54°F (10-12°C) in a standard white Burgundy glass to emphasize its crystalline fruit and mineral structure.
  • Decanting: A brief 15 to 30-minute decant will help this structured, terroir-driven wine fully open up. It is a fantastic culinary companion, pairing beautifully with grilled white fish, roasted poultry in cream sauce, or Comté cheese.

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