2023 Cru Manicle „Sous Les Rochers La Vigne“ Chardonnay Domaine Bärtschi Bugey 0,75l

The 2023 Cru Manicle “Sous Les Rochers La Vigne” Chardonnay from Domaine Bärtschi is a distinctive single-vineyard wine from Bugey, a cool-climate corner of eastern France that sits between Jura, Savoie, and Burgundy. Known for its precision, mineral drive, and elegant texture, it offers a compelling sense of place and a refined take on Chardonnay. Crafted in a traditional, hands-on style, it reflects both the character of its limestone-rich site and the quiet confidence of artisan winemaking.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, it shows a bright, pale straw color with crystalline clarity. The nose is finely detailed, opening with citrus, white peach, and green apple, followed by hints of wild herbs, wet stone, and a chalky mineral edge. On the palate, the wine is taut, saline, and very focused, with lively acidity carrying a linear, elegant frame. The cool fruit profile and stony tension lead into a long, precise, mineral finish. While already highly enjoyable for its freshness, it should also develop nicely over the next few years, gaining added depth and complexity.

Production
This Chardonnay comes from the parcel “Sous Les Rochers La Vigne” in Bugey, where a cool microclimate and limestone-driven soils help produce wines of vivid minerality and clarity. The grapes are selectively harvested by hand and handled gently to preserve purity and site expression. Fermentation takes place spontaneously with native yeasts, and the wine is aged mainly in French oak barrels, adding subtle texture and breadth without masking the wine’s natural tension.

Food & Serving
A natural match for seafood, delicate fish dishes, and poultry, as well as Comté, goat cheese, or refined French cuisine. Serve it chilled at around 10–12°C to best highlight its freshness and mineral profile. Decanting is generally not necessary, though a short aeration can help if you want to bring out a little more aromatic detail in its youth.

Producer
Domaine Bärtschi is associated with a handcrafted approach to winemaking, emphasizing low yields and an uncompromising expression of terroir. In a region like Bugey, where altitude, limestone, and freshness are key to style, the domaine’s philosophy fits naturally. While detailed historical information is limited here, the estate clearly focuses on authenticity, precision, and wines that speak strongly of their origin.

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