A distinctive, small-production white Burgundy from Marsannay in the Côte de Nuits, produced entirely from Chardonnay.
Fresh and mineral-driven, the 2024 combines white orchard fruit and citrus with subtle floral notes, gentle oak, and a beautifully textured palate. Its naturally cool vineyard site gives the wine excellent freshness and definition, while barrel fermentation adds depth without overwhelming the fruit.
Region: Burgundy, France
Subregion: Côte de Nuits
Appellation: Marsannay AOC
Vintage: 2024
Producer: Domaine Georges Lignier & Fils
Grape: 100% Chardonnay
Alcohol: 13% ABV
Style: Dry White Burgundy
The Chardonnay comes from a tiny parcel of less than a quarter hectare in the lieu-dit “En la Verde.”
The vineyard's clay and limestone soils are exposed to cool winds descending from the woods above Marsannay. Large daytime-nighttime temperature swings help preserve freshness and contribute to the wine's distinctive mineral character.
Production is extremely small, at approximately 900 bottles.
The Chardonnay is gently pressed before fermentation in oak barrels. The wine then matures for about 10 months, adding texture and complexity while preserving its freshness.
Nose:
White peach, pear and citrus with delicate white flowers, subtle almond and a touch of fresh oak.
Palate:
Fresh and beautifully balanced, with ripe white fruit and citrus supported by lively acidity. Barrel fermentation gives the wine an attractive rounded texture, while the limestone-rich terroir contributes freshness and mineral definition.
Structure:
Medium-bodied, precise and energetic, combining the texture of barrel-fermented Chardonnay with the naturally cooler character of Marsannay.
Finish:
Fresh and persistent, with citrus, white fruit and a clean mineral character.
Domaine Georges Lignier & Fils Marsannay Blanc 2024 is a rare example of white Burgundy from the Côte de Nuits.
Produced from a tiny parcel and in extremely limited quantities, it combines the richness of barrel-fermented Chardonnay with the freshness and mineral character of its cool Marsannay terroir.
White Peach · Pear · Citrus · White Flowers · Almond · Mineral
Drink: Now–2031
Preferred Window: 2026–2029
The 2024 can be enjoyed now for its freshness and youthful fruit.
With a few years in the bottle, expect the citrus and orchard-fruit character to become rounder while subtle notes of almond, butter, and hazelnut begin to emerge.
There is no need to decant. Allow approximately 15–20 minutes in the glass for the wine to open.
Serving Temperature: 11–13°C
Recommended Pairings:
Oysters · Crab · Prawns · Scallops · Lobster · Sea Bass · Mahi Mahi · Grilled Fish · Roast Chicken · Mushroom Risotto · Comté · Gruyère
An excellent bottle for customers looking beyond the more familiar white wines of the Côte de Beaune.
Pair with seared scallops, grilled local fish, or roast chicken. The combination of Chardonnay richness and cool-climate mineral freshness also makes it particularly successful with crab or lobster.
Serve at approximately 12°C in a white Burgundy glass.
