Croix Senaillet (Dom.), St. Veran, La Grande Bruyere – 2015

Croix Senaillet (Dom.), Saint-Véran, La Grande Bruyère 2015 is a beautifully mature expression of Burgundy’s Mâconnais region, showcasing the depth, elegance, and refined character of Chardonnay from the Saint-Véran appellation. Crafted by Domaine de la Croix Senaillet, this distinguished 2015 vintage combines developed orchard fruit, delicate citrus, floral complexity, and subtle nutty and mineral nuances, offering a sophisticated Saint-Véran white wine with impressive maturity, texture, and balance.

Golden in color with warm amber reflections, it opens with expressive aromas of ripe pear, baked apple, mature white peach, and citrus zest, gracefully layered with notes of acacia blossom, dried citrus, fresh almond, hazelnut, and delicate honeyed nuances. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied with a smooth and silky texture, revealing flavors of mature orchard fruits, lemon curd, ripe peach, baked apple, and delicate citrus. Beautifully integrated acidity provides freshness and balance, while gentle creamy, nutty, and toasted nuances add richness and complexity. A refined mineral backbone brings structure and elegance, allowing the wine to retain its freshness while expressing the character of a mature Burgundy Chardonnay.

The finish is long, elegant, and beautifully persistent, leaving lingering notes of ripe citrus, pear, baked apple, toasted almond, hazelnut, and subtle mineral undertones. Its combination of mature fruit, silky texture, integrated acidity, and refined complexity makes Croix Senaillet Saint-Véran La Grande Bruyère 2015 an excellent choice for lovers of mature French white wine and classic Burgundy Chardonnay.

Food Pairing: Pairs beautifully with lobster, scallops, crab, roasted white fish, grilled seafood, roasted chicken, creamy mushroom dishes, fresh goat cheese, vegetable tarts, and refined French cuisine.

Serving Suggestion: Best served chilled at 10–12°C. Allow the wine to breathe for a few minutes in the glass before serving to fully reveal its mature aromas, silky texture, integrated acidity, subtle richness, and refined mineral complexity.