2010 Caves de Lugny Macon-Lugny France 'Les Charmes' Chardonnay

About This Wine

Ready for a different style of Chardonnay?

Different, that is, if you’ve grown accustomed to the rich, buttery, oak-tinged renditions from California. Here’s a stylish wine from the Burgundy region of France — where Chardonnay is the white wine king — that emphasizes substance over style.

By substance, we mean the influences of the land, the climate and the vineyard oversight, as opposed to the cellar tools that are at a vintner’s disposal. At Caves de Lugny, a cooperative with well over 200 contributing farmers, there is no aging in new oak barrels. Instead, stainless steel tanks and neutral barrels are utilized, and the finished wine is extremely food-friendly.

The Macon growing area is in the southern sector of Burgundy, and Lugny is one of the villages that, by French custom, may attach its name to the appellation. While some red wines are made, this is a Chardonnay hub — a special place for those who enjoy special wines.

About Chardonnay

Relatively easy to grow in a variety of locations. Consistently produces some of the world's great white wines. Complex, full, rich and fruity with soft edges and moderate acidity. Offers rich and intense fruit flavors of apple, fig, melon, pear, peach, pineapple, along with creamy yeast spice, honey, butter and hazelnut flavors.

Tasting Notes

• Grape Composition:100% Chardonnay
• Grape Source:Macon-Lugny Area of France’s Burgundy Region
• Aromas & Flavors:Grapefruit, Melon, Apricot, Spice, Cream, Honey and a Hint of Minerality
• When to Drink:Now Through 2014
• Food Pairing Suggestionroasted chicken with herbs, or pan-fried trout.

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