Macon Blanc Les Pépettes - Domaine Des Gandines

Domaine des Gandines

Chardonnay · Mâcon Blanc · 75 cl

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Producer Domaine des Gandines
Name Mâcon Blanc
Variety Chardonnay
Gradation 12.5%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Fruity, floral, notes of apple and citrus
Vinification method Fermentation in stainless steel
Region Burgundy
Production area Mâcon
Country France
Type White wine
Aging 7 months on the lees
Type of cask Demi-muids of 500 liters
Color White
Serving temperature 10-12°C
Recommended consumption Within 3-5 years
Pairing Fish, poultry, fresh cheeses

The Macon Blanc Les Pépettes from Domaine Des Gandines is a white wine that excellently exemplifies the finesse of wines from the Burgundy region. This wine is produced with 100% Chardonnay grapes, cultivated according to organic farming methods that respect the environment and enhance the quality of the terroir.

The color is a bright yellow with greenish reflections. On the nose, the Macon Blanc Les Pépettes reveals an attractive and complex fragrance of fruits like peach and melon, combined with hints of white flowers and a slight touch of vanilla stemming from maturation in wood. Tasting offers a well-balanced palate, with a lively freshness given by its excellent acidity. This is complemented by multi-layered flavors including notes of citrus and stony minerals, leading to a long and elegant finish.

This wine is ideal for serving as an aperitif or paired with light dishes such as seafood salads, simple pasta dishes, or steamed poultry. With its refined taste profile and well-defined structure, the Macon Blanc Les Pépettes promises to be an excellent addition to the wine list for enthusiasts of elegant and expressive white wines.

The winery

Domaine des Gandines – Winery in Borgogna (Mâconnais)

Discover the story and wines of Domaine des Gandines.

Family-owned estate located in Clessé, in the heart of the Mâconnais (southern Burgundy), specializing in great Chardonnay-based white wines, managed with organic practices and oriented toward biodynamic methods.
Region: Borgogna (Mâconnais)
Country: Francia
Founded: 1925
Grapes: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Gamay, Aligoté
Historic family-owned estate. Strong focus on Chardonnay and the Mâcon-Villages and Viré-Clessé appellations. Conversion to organic farming with certification. Biodynamic practices adopted; some commercial sources report Demeter certification. Parcel-by-parcel vinification, hand-harvested and gently pressed.
Winery history
The domaine takes its name from its first planted parcel, "Les Gandines". According to the official website it was established by Joseph Dananchet in 1925 and has spanned several generations of the Dananchet family. Over time the vineyard area has expanded, and the domaine converted to organic farming, certified in 2009.
Production philosophy
The production approach aims for minimal intervention: hand-harvesting, parcel-by-parcel vinifications, gentle pressing and slow, respectful fermentations, with ageing in stainless steel and various types of wood depending on the wines. The stated objective is to express the terroir through practices that respect soil life and human health.
Terroir and vineyards
Located in Clessé, within the Mâconnais appellation, the estate cultivates vineyards on the hills of the Mâconnais. Sources describe the presence of the area's typical clay-limestone soils and a strong emphasis on parcel-level soil characterization.
Awards and recognitions
The domaine lists several medals won in competitions. A detailed list of the medals is available in the "Awards" section of the official website.

Official Awards

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