Saint-Véran "Clos du Château" Domaine Marcel Couturier 2023

Saint-Véran “Clos du Château” 2023 – Domaine Marcel Couturier
Rich, Elegant Chardonnay with Floral Complexity, Ripe Fruit & Fine Minerality

Wine Type: White
Grape Variety: Chardonnay
Region: Mâconnais, Burgundy, France
Producer: Domaine Marcel Couturier
Vintage: 2023
Appellation: Saint-Véran AOC
Lieu-dit: Clos du Château

Product Description
The 2023 Saint-Véran “Clos du Château” from Domaine Marcel Couturier is a refined and textured Chardonnay from a premier site within the Saint-Véran appellation, adjacent to Pouilly-Fuissé. This vineyard is known for its limestone-rich soils, which lend the wine its distinctive minerality and structure.

Made with indigenous yeast fermentation and aging in a combination of stainless steel and older oak barrels, this cuvée balances richness with freshness, showcasing ripe orchard fruits alongside vibrant acidity and chalky mineral notes. It reflects Marcel Couturier’s commitment to low-intervention winemaking and terroir expression.

Tasting Notes

Aromas: White peach, acacia flowers, lemon zest, and crushed stone
Palate: Medium to full-bodied with creamy texture, balanced acidity, and mineral tension
Finish: Long and elegant with a saline lift and subtle toasted almond

Serving Suggestions
Serve at 11–13 °C. Enjoy young for freshness or cellar 5–7 years for added complexity.

Pairs well with:

• Roasted chicken with herbs

• Lobster or scallops with butter sauce

• Creamy risottos

• Mild, nutty cheeses like Comté or Beaufort

Why Choose Saint-Véran “Clos du Château” 2023 from Domaine Marcel Couturier?
An excellent example of Saint-Véran’s potential for complexity and finesse, this wine offers richness without heaviness and minerality with generous fruit. Marcel Couturier’s focus on terroir and natural winemaking elevates this cuvée to standout status in the Mâconnais.