Domaine Marcel Couturier, Pouilly-Loché Vieilles Vignes, 2022

Domaine Marcel Couturier’s Pouilly-Loché Vieilles Vignes 2022 is a beautifully poised Chardonnay from one of the most admired corners of southern Burgundy. Made from old vines, it offers extra depth and concentration while staying true to the elegant, mineral-driven style that has made Pouilly-Loché so appealing to lovers of refined white Burgundy.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, this wine typically shows a bright pale gold color with a lively sheen. The nose is fresh and inviting, with notes of white flowers, citrus zest, ripe orchard fruit, and a subtle touch of stone and chalk from the limestone soils. On the palate, it is precise and textured, balancing juicy pear, lemon, and white peach with a clean mineral line and a long, mouthwatering finish. The old-vine fruit gives it more weight and complexity than a simple regional Chardonnay, while the 2022 vintage should bring generous ripeness and fine structure. It can be enjoyed now for its freshness, but it should also develop nicely over the next few years.

Production
Pouilly-Loché sits in the Mâconnais, where Chardonnay thrives on limestone-rich soils that lend wines their freshness and mineral backbone. The old vines used for this cuvée naturally produce lower yields, resulting in greater concentration and intensity. While detailed vinification information is not provided, wines from this style are typically harvested carefully to preserve fruit purity and fermented in a way that highlights terroir rather than oak influence.

Food & Serving
This is an excellent match for shellfish, grilled white fish, roast chicken, creamy poultry dishes, and soft cheeses such as Comté or aged goat cheese. Serve it chilled, ideally around 10-12°C, and consider brief decanting if you want to open up its aromatic complexity, though it is generally best enjoyed straight from the bottle when young.

Producer
Domaine Marcel Couturier is a respected family domaine in Burgundy’s Mâconnais, known for its focus on precise, terroir-driven Chardonnay. The estate has built a strong reputation for expressive wines that combine freshness, ripeness, and mineral definition, especially from the prized appellations around Pouilly-Loché. Its old-vine bottlings are particularly appreciated for their depth and authenticity.

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