Mercurey Blanc 'Les Vignes de Maillonge' 2024, Domaine Michel Juillot

A textbook example of exceptional Burgundian quality from the Côte Chalonnaise. With 'Les Vignes de Maillonge' 2024, Domaine Michel Juillot presents a charming, elegant, and luscious white Mercurey that seamlessly combines power, precision, and refreshing vitality.

In the glass, the wine shows a bright golden hue. The nose reveals a multi-layered bouquet of citrus fruit, fresh green apple, ripe pear, and delicate acacia blossom. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied with a creamy, structured texture. Subtle oak integration and a hint of toasted nuances lend complexity, while refined acidity delivers a long, focused finish.

Key Highlights

• Ratings & Awards: 90/100 Points (Guide Bettane & Desseauve 2027) and awarded the Gold Medal (Tastevinage 2026).
• Terroir: 100% Chardonnay sourced from 'Les Vignes de Maillonge', featuring clay, limestone, and light marl soils with ideal morning sun exposure.
• Winemaking & Ageing: Hand-harvested with rigorous grape selection. Meticulous winemaking with 12 to 18 months of oak barrel maturation depending on the vintage.
• Tasting Profile: Full, aromatic, and well-balanced. Notes of citrus, green apple, ripe pear, acacia, delicate oak toast, and a smooth, creamy mouthfeel.
• Ageing Potential: Accessible and delightful now, with the balance and structure to cellar gracefully over 3 to 5 years.

Food Pairing

• Fish & Seafood: Outstanding alongside rich fish like salmon or tuna, as well as refined shellfish dishes.
• Pasta & Creamy Dishes: Excellent match for richer pasta preparations with creamy sauces.
• Charcuterie & Cheese: Ideal with a charcuterie board or mild, soft cheeses.
• Serving Suggestion: Best served chilled between 8°C and 10°C (or 6°C as a crisp aperitif) in generous crystal glasses.

The Terroir of the Côte Chalonnaise

Running parallel to the Saône river just a few kilometers from Chalon, the Côte Chalonnaise is defined by rolling hills and historic winemaking villages. Compared to the Côte d'Or, the region offers remarkable quality up to Premier Cru level, but at a significantly more attractive price point.

About Domaine Michel Juillot

Domaine Michel Juillot is a prestigious 32.5-hectare family estate in Mercurey. Founder Michel Juillot handed the reins to his son Laurent, who has further elevated the pursuit of quality and terroir-driven winemaking. With great care for soil health and vine vitality, all wines undergo 12 to 18 months of barrel ageing tailored to each vintage.