{"product_id":"clos-des-vignes-du-maynes-macon-cruzille-aragonite-2015","title":"Clos des Vignes du Maynes, Mâcon Cruzille Aragonite 2015","description":"\u003cp\u003eClos des Vignes du Maynes Mâcon-Cruzille Aragonite 2015 is a characterful white Burgundy that showcases Chardonnay in its most vibrant, mineral-driven form. Crafted from organically and biodynamically farmed vines, this cuvée is named “Aragonite” in homage to the limestone-rich soils that define its precision and tension. It’s a wine that bridges tradition and authenticity, offering a pure expression of southern Burgundy terroir with no make-up and no shortcuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2015 Aragonite presents a luminous pale gold hue with green reflections that hint at freshness despite its age. The nose opens with citrus zest, lemon curd, and green apple, evolving into white peach, floral notes of hawthorn and acacia, and a strong mineral imprint reminiscent of wet stone and chalk. Subtle hints of toasted hazelnut and fresh butter underscore its Burgundian pedigree without ever overwhelming the fruit.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is tense yet layered, combining a juicy core of ripe orchard fruits with a firm spine of acidity. Flavors of pear, Meyer lemon, and crunchy apple are wrapped in a saline, almost mouthwatering minerality that speaks directly of limestone soils. The texture is refined and slightly creamy from time on lees, balanced by a long, chiselled finish with notes of citrus peel and stone dust. Now nicely resolved, the 2015 vintage is drinking beautifully, but well-cellared bottles still have a few years of graceful evolution ahead, gaining more honeyed, nutty complexity while retaining structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos des Vignes du Maynes lies in Cruzille, in the northern Mâconnais, where cool exposures and limestone-clay soils deliver naturally fresh, mineral Chardonnays. The Aragonite cuvée is sourced from organically and biodynamically cultivated vines rooted in active limestone and aragonite-rich subsoils, farmed without synthetic chemicals and with an emphasis on soil life and low yields. Grapes are harvested by hand at optimal ripeness, sorted meticulously, and gently pressed. Fermentation takes place with indigenous yeasts, typically in neutral vessels (older barrels and\/or large casks), allowing a slow, natural vinification with minimal intervention and little to no added sulfur. Aging on fine lees enhances texture and complexity, while preserving the wine’s precision and transparent expression of terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Mâcon-Cruzille Aragonite 2015 is a versatile gastronomic white that shines alongside refined yet honest cuisine. It pairs beautifully with shellfish (oysters, scallops, langoustines), grilled or poached white fish, and simply prepared dishes like roast chicken with herbs or veal blanquette. It also works well with creamy poultry dishes, vegetable tart, goat’s cheese, and delicate hard cheeses such as Comté or Gruyère. Serve at 10–12°C to highlight its freshness and minerality; if the wine has been well cellared, a brief 20–30 minutes in a carafe can help it open up aromatic complexity without losing its tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos des Vignes du Maynes is a historic estate in the Mâconnais, with roots tracing back to the 10th century, when the vineyards were tended by Cluny monks. Under the stewardship of the Guillot family, and today particularly Julien Guillot, the domaine has become a benchmark for organic and biodynamic viticulture in southern Burgundy, farming without chemicals long before it was fashionable. A pioneer in natural winemaking in the region, Clos des Vignes du Maynes is known for its unwavering commitment to low yields, handwork in the vines, indigenous yeast fermentations, and minimal intervention in the cellar. The estate’s wines, including Aragonite, are celebrated for their authenticity, purity of fruit, and eloquent expression of the distinctive Cruzille terroirs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clos des Vignes du Maynes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54256156508497,"sku":"EW-10478","price":73.53,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/Untitled-321.jpg?v=1783462926","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/clos-des-vignes-du-maynes-macon-cruzille-aragonite-2015","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}