Domaine des Granges Pouilly-Vinzelles 2023

Fragrant aromas of white peach, lemon zest, and acacia blossom rise from the glass, layered with hints of almond and chalk. The palate is supple and balanced — ripe yet taut — with flavors of pear, citrus cream, and crushed stone. A touch of oak adds gentle roundness, while the long, mineral finish reflects the limestone soils of Pouilly-Vinzelles.

Quick Facts

• Region: Pouilly-Vinzelles, Mâconnais, Burgundy, France
• Variety: 100% Chardonnay
• Vintage: 2023
• Farming: Sustainable, lutte raisonnée
• Winemaker: Jean-Luc and Paul Auvigue
• Aging: 10–12 months on lees in stainless steel and neutral oak barrels
• ABV: 13%
• Production: Small, family-run estate bottling

Tasting Profile

• Aromas: White peach, citrus zest, almond, and acacia blossom
• Palate: Silky and balanced with orchard fruit, mineral precision, and light oak spice
• Finish: Long and saline with vibrant acidity and limestone-driven purity

Why We Love It at Petit Philippe

Domaine des Granges delivers Burgundy purity without pretense. This Pouilly-Vinzelles captures the grace of southern Burgundy Chardonnay — round yet focused, bright yet textured. It’s the kind of wine that effortlessly bridges classic refinement and everyday versatility, offering exceptional value from a storied terroir.

Winemaking

The Auvigue family has cultivated Chardonnay in Pouilly-Vinzelles for generations, emphasizing minimal intervention to preserve terroir expression.

• Fermentation: Temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel to retain freshness.

• Aging: 10–12 months on fine lees, with a small portion aged in neutral French oak for texture.

• Soil: Limestone and clay-rich slopes impart depth and minerality.

• Farming: Sustainable practices with hand harvesting and low yields.

Aging Potential: 2024–2030. Gains roundness and hazelnut complexity with short-term aging.

Vintage Notes: The 2023 vintage brought a return to balance after the warmth of 2022 — cooler nights preserved acidity, yielding Chardonnays of freshness, tension, and subtle richness.

Serving & Pairing

Serve chilled at 50–54°F. Perfect alongside seared scallops, roast chicken, creamy mushroom pasta, or Comté cheese. Its bright acidity also complements sushi and shellfish beautifully.

Drinking Window

Best from 2024 through 2030. Delicious now for its freshness, with increasing depth and complexity over the next several years.

Estate Overview

Located in the heart of southern Burgundy, Domaine des Granges is a small family estate managed by the Auvigue brothers, Jean-Luc and Paul, whose family has been making wine in the Mâconnais for over a century. Their vineyards in Pouilly-Fuissé and Pouilly-Vinzelles rest on limestone slopes that yield wines of clarity and precision. The estate’s hallmark style blends richness with mineral freshness — a true reflection of the region’s balance between Burgundian tradition and approachable charm.