Style
A classic southern Burgundy Chardonnay, Mâcon-Lugny "Les Charmes" is produced exclusively from the renowned Les Charmes vineyard plateau in the village of Lugny. Crafted by Cave de Lugny, one of the Mâconnais' most respected producers, this wine combines ripe orchard fruit, vibrant freshness and the hallmark minerality of Burgundy, delivering exceptional quality and value.
Region
Mâcon-Lugny AOP, Mâconnais, Burgundy, France
Grape Variety
Nose
Fresh and expressive, offering aromas of white flowers, acacia blossom, citrus zest and ripe orchard fruits, complemented by delicate notes of hazelnut, honey and wet stone.
Palate
Elegant and beautifully balanced, with flavours of yellow apple, pear, white peach and candied lemon peel layered over subtle almond and mineral notes. The texture is generous yet precise, with vibrant acidity carrying the wine effortlessly across the palate.
Structure
Finish
Long, clean and gently spicy, with lingering notes of citrus, toasted almond and classic Burgundian minerality.
Mâcon-Lugny "Les Charmes" 2023 perfectly captures the charm of the Mâconnais. Sourced from one of Lugny's finest vineyard sites and aged on its fine lees, it offers impressive richness without sacrificing freshness. Refined, approachable and unmistakably Burgundian, it is a superb everyday Chardonnay that consistently over-delivers for its appellation.
The Les Charmes vineyard sits on a south-east-facing limestone and clay plateau, benefiting from excellent sun exposure and mature vines. The grapes are gently pressed before fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Full malolactic fermentation and extended ageing on fine lees add texture and complexity while preserving the wine's purity and freshness.
Drink: Now–2029
While delicious in its youth, the 2023 vintage will continue to gain additional texture and complexity over the next 4–6 years under proper cellaring conditions.
An exceptionally versatile Chardonnay that pairs beautifully with:
Its freshness and mineral character also make it an excellent aperitif.
Serving Temperature: 10–12°C
Decant: Not required, although allowing the wine to breathe for 10–15 minutes in the glass will reveal additional aromatic complexity.
