At a glance

Producer

Eleni et Edouard Vocoret

Region

Bugey, France

Grape variety

Chardonnay

Wine type

White

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$30-$50

Tasting profile

Crisp citrus and orchard fruit notes with mineral undertones and slight lees complexity.

Evolution: Will develop richer nutty and honeyed layers with bottle age, maintaining vibrant acidity.

At peak: Balanced minerality, depth, and subtle tertiary aromas such as toasted almond and beeswax.

Structure

Acidity

High

Tannins

Low

Alcohol

12.5%

Aging potential

8-10 years

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2026 to 2030

Optimal window

2024 to 2032

Current status

Approaching optimal drinking window

Current condition

Fresh with developing complexity

The wine's high acidity and moderate alcohol combined with traditional Bugey winemaking practices provide structure and freshness, supporting medium-term aging. This vintage shows excellent balance and concentration typical of quality Chardonnay from the region, indicating the ability to evolve gracefully over 8-10 years.

Food pairing

Ideal with shellfish, grilled white fish, roasted chicken with herbs, light cream sauces, or mild aged cheeses.

Serving

Serving temperature

10-12°C / 50-54°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Focuses on sustainable farming with cover crops, manual harvesting, limited chemical use, and natural yeast fermentation; uses lightweight glass bottles and minimal packaging.

Eleni et Edouard Vocoret employs environmentally conscious viticulture with emphasis on soil health and biodiversity, minimizing synthetic inputs. Their packaging choices and local distribution approach lower carbon footprint, aligning with sustainability principles typical of small artisan producers in Bugey.