• Olivier Merlin
  • Mâcon Blanc La Roche Vineuse

    At a Glance

    • Variety: Chardonnay
    • Vine Age: Planted between 1984 and 2004
    • Terroir: South/southwest-facing, 230-350 m elevation, 5-35% slope, Bathonian and Bajocian-era clay-limestone soil.
    • Viticulture: Sustainable, 8,000 vines/ha.
    • Vinification: Pressed with whole clusters, settled, fermentation and aging for 12-15 months in stainless steel, no fining, light filtration.