At a glance

Producer

Dominique Cornin

Region

Mâcon-Chaintre, Burgundy, France

Grape variety

Chardonnay

Wine type

White

Body

Medium-bodied and Fruity

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$20-$30

Tasting profile

Crisp orchard fruit (apple, pear), subtle citrus, light floral notes, mineral undertones

Evolution: Will develop richer honeyed and nutty tertiary aromas with bottle age

At peak: Balanced fruit and mineral complexity with creamy texture and well-integrated acidity

Structure

Acidity

Medium-high, balanced

Tannins

None (white wine)

Alcohol

13.0% ABV

Aging potential

8-10 years given producer style and vintage

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2029

Optimal window

2023 to 2030

Current status

Approaching optimal drinking window

Current condition

Fresh with lively acidity and primary fruit characteristics

Mâcon-Chaintre Chardonnay from a good 2022 vintage typically shows fresh vibrant fruit early on with medium acidity, allowing for medium term aging. The wine gains complexity through bottle aging, especially from year 3 to 7 post vintage, before gradual decline.

Food pairing

Pairs well with seafood, poultry in cream sauces, mild goat cheeses, and lightly spiced Asian dishes.

Serving

Serving temperature

10-12°C / 50-54°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Small-scale producer reputed to use green farming practices such as limited pesticide use and manual harvesting

Dominique Cornin is a small artisan grower in Burgundy who applies sustainable vineyard methods without formal certifications, resulting in moderate sustainability. Local distribution reduces carbon footprint compared to imported wines. Packaging is typical Burgundy glass and cork with limited environmental enhancements.