Viré Clessé, Selection 2020, Domaine Montbarbon

🇬🇧 🌞 Viré-Clessé 2020 – Domaine Montbarbon | Sunny Bourgogne Chardonnay with Body

Who says Bourgogne can’t be bold? Meet the Viré-Clessé 2020 from Domaine Montbarbon: a rare, sun-drenched Chardonnay packing 15% alcohol yet perfectly balanced and never heavy. This is Bourgogne at its richest — broad, round and peppery, but lifted by the fresh backbone typical of the Viré-Clessé terroir.

🍋 Tasting Notes: rich, sunny & irresistible

This Viré-Clessé is pure indulgence for nose and palate:

• 🌸 Aroma: floral hints of acacia and meadow flowers, combined with sunny, candied yellow fruit.
• 🥭 Palate: juicy, creamy texture, generous body and thick tears in the glass — a powerhouse with finesse.
• 🌶️ Finish: a surprising peppery kick adds extra dimension.
• 😋 Overall: a real crowd-pleaser that even seasoned Bourgogne fans adore!

🌱 Terroir & Vinification

• 📍 Origin: Viré-Clessé, in the heart of the Mâconnais, just north of Mâcon.
• 🍇 Grape variety: 100% Chardonnay from old vines.
• 🪵 Ageing: 9 to 12 months in French oak barrels on fine lees for extra richness.
• ☀️ Climate: plenty of sun and ideal south-facing slopes ensure ripe, full fruit.

🍽️ Food Pairing

This gastronomic charmer pairs beautifully:

• 🫒 As an aperitif with spicy hummus (even with extra garlic!).
• 🧀 With creamy, soft cheeses.
• 🐟 Perfect with pan-seared fatty fish or tender white meats.
• 👨‍🍳 Versatile at the table — from casual bites to refined dinners.

🏡 About Domaine Montbarbon

Martine and Jacky Montbarbon founded this southern estate in 2008 after years of experience at the Cave de Viré. Today, their son Jean-Jacques leads the domaine with the same terroir-driven passion: rich, full-bodied Viré-Clessé wines that proudly express their origin. In 2022, he was honoured with the GJPV Young Talents Trophy — proof of his status as a rising star in the Mâconnais!

✅ Why choose this Viré-Clessé 2020?

• 🌞 Sun-kissed power, yet always fresh.
• 🍷 Bourgogne with serious body and finesse.
• 🏅 Made by an award-winning young winemaker.
• 🥂 Perfect for anyone craving a richer Bourgogne style.

Curious? Discover this Bourgogne powerhouse now and taste what Viré-Clessé can really do!