Pouilly Fuissé 1er Cru Sur La Roche Domaine Saumaize, 2023

Pouilly-Fuissé 1er Cru Sur La Roche from Domaine Saumaize is a refined Burgundy Chardonnay that combines generous fruit with impressive mineral drive. As a Premier Cru from one of the Mâconnais’ most respected domaines, it offers both immediate appeal and the structure to develop beautifully with time.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, this 2023 Pouilly-Fuissé typically shows a bright golden hue with subtle green reflections. The nose leans toward white flowers, ripe citrus, pear, and stone fruit, backed by a distinct flinty, limestone-driven note that adds precision and depth. On the palate, expect a harmonious balance of freshness and texture, with layered orchard fruit, lemon zest, and a savory mineral finish. The Premier Cru site lends extra concentration and length, giving the wine the potential to age gracefully for several years, gaining complexity and nuance over time.

Production
Sur La Roche is a Premier Cru vineyard site in Pouilly-Fuissé, where limestone-rich soils and elevated exposures help shape wines with tension, purity, and freshness. Domaine Saumaize works in the heart of the Mâconnais, where careful vineyard management and selective harvesting are central to capturing the character of each parcel. The wine is vinified to preserve site expression, balance, and the natural precision of the Chardonnay fruit.

Food & Serving
This wine pairs beautifully with shellfish, roast chicken, creamy poultry dishes, lobster, grilled fish, and mild aged cheeses. Serve it chilled at around 10–12°C; decanting is not usually necessary, though a short aeration can help open the wine if enjoyed young.

Producer
Domaine Saumaize is a well-regarded family estate in the Mâconnais, known for producing expressive, terroir-driven white Burgundies. The domaine has earned a strong reputation for crafting wines of clarity, balance, and mineral character, particularly from its prized vineyards in Pouilly-Fuissé and surrounding appellations.

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