2022 Domaine Maurice Martin Vire-Clesse Les Gentilhommes 750ML

White Wine from Burgundy, France

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A gentilhomme is a gentleman characterized by his delicacy, thoughtfulness, and courtesy. “Les Gentilhommes” was created by brothers Richard and Stephane Martin as brand embodying the gentleman’s character combined with Burgundian know-how.

This single-vineyard Chardonnay is produced in the village of Clessé, in the heart of the Mâconnais region in Burgundy, from 45 year-old vines planted on the limestone based soils of the Mount Epin.

Brillant robe with golden reflections. A nose with pear and white peach notes. Fresh, ample and full-bodied, a great balance in the mouth, with tension and subtle wooden notes. The elegance of this pure wine lingers on the palate.

“Ripe stone fruits, honeyed citrus, flowers, and some chalky mineral notes all define the 2022 Viré-Clessé Gentilhommes (wax cap), a balanced, fresh, focused white that has beautiful overall balance and a great finish. This was brought up mostly in stainless steel with 40% in foudre, and it’s a custom cuvée made for Kysela. It’s a smoking good Viré-Clessé to drink over the coming 4-6 years or so.”