Trouillet Lebeau, Macon Solutre Pouilly – 2022

Trouillet Lebeau, Mâcon-Solutré-Pouilly 2022 is an elegant and expressive white Burgundy from the Mâconnais, showcasing the fresh, mineral-driven character of Chardonnay grown around the celebrated Solutré-Pouilly area. The 2022 vintage combines generous ripe fruit with refreshing acidity and a beautifully balanced texture, offering a polished expression of southern Burgundy Chardonnay. Its harmonious combination of orchard fruit, citrus freshness, floral aromas, and subtle mineral complexity makes it an inviting choice for lovers of refined French white wine.

Bright pale gold in color with brilliant clarity, it opens with expressive aromas of ripe pear, white peach, green apple, citrus, and delicate white flowers, accompanied by subtle mineral and fresh herbal nuances. On the palate, it is fresh, rounded, and well balanced, revealing flavors of ripe orchard fruit, lemon, pear, peach, and crisp citrus. Lively acidity provides freshness and definition, while its smooth texture gives the wine a pleasing sense of richness. Fine mineral notes add depth and precision, with delicate hints of almond and gentle spice contributing additional complexity without overpowering the vibrant Chardonnay character.

The finish is clean, refreshing, elegant, and persistent, leaving lingering impressions of citrus, ripe pear, white peach, fresh apple, delicate floral notes, and subtle mineral nuances. Its balance of ripe fruit, lively acidity, smooth texture, and refreshing mineral character makes Trouillet Lebeau Mâcon-Solutré-Pouilly 2022 an excellent choice for those seeking an approachable yet sophisticated Burgundy Chardonnay. Its freshness and versatility make it particularly enjoyable as both an aperitif and alongside a wide range of refined dishes.

Food Pairing: Pairs beautifully with oysters, prawns, scallops, grilled fish, seafood platters, roast chicken, poultry in light cream sauces, pork, fresh salads, vegetable dishes, goat cheese, and soft Burgundy cheeses. Its bright acidity and mineral character make it especially well suited to fresh seafood and delicate dishes, while its rounded texture complements richer poultry and cream-based preparations.

Serving Suggestion: Best served at approximately 9–11°C. Allow the wine to breathe for 10–20 minutes before serving to encourage its layers of citrus, orchard fruit, floral aromas, and mineral character to develop. Serve in a medium to large white wine glass to fully appreciate its freshness, aromatic expression, and elegant Chardonnay character.