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Technical Details
- 100% Chardonnay
- Nicolas Potel
- France
- Burgundy
- Mâconnais
- Saint-Véran
- Organic & Biodynamic Practices
- 10% new French oak casks
- 12 months; no lees stirring (bâtonnage)
- 13%
Maison Roche de Bellene Saint-Véran 2018
Organic & Biodynamic Practices
14% OFF RETAIL!
The other side of the Chardonnay coin from Maison Roche de Bellene! Where the Montagny leans lush, the Saint-Véran is all about precision and minerality. Hailing from the south of the Mâconnais – where fossiliferous Jurassic limestone soils give Chardonnay its distinctive stony edge – this wine opens with a fine, tight, mineral-inflected aroma, and then blooms on the palate into a citrus-floral parade of fennel, white flowers, lime, and lemon, with a chewy, mouth-watering finish that is equal parts refreshing and engaging. Bright, detailed, and completely serious for the price. Don't sleep on this one.
About The Producer
Maison Roche de Bellene was founded in 2005 by Nicolas Potel, a renowned Burgundian winemaker with deep family roots in the region. After establishing his reputation through Domaine de Rochegrès and his own négociant business, Potel launched Roche de Bellene as a high-quality, terroir-driven négociant house. Focused on sourcing fruit from old-vine, sustainably farmed vineyards across Burgundy, the maison offers a diverse range of wines, from regional Bourgogne to prestigious Grand Cru bottlings. The philosophy is centered on minimal intervention winemaking, allowing each terroir’s expression to shine through with purity and elegance. Today, Maison Roche de Bellene continues to be a respected name in Burgundy, known for its meticulous sourcing, consistent quality, and commitment to sustainable viticulture, offering both accessible and collectible wines that reflect the essence of the region.