France — wine

Saint-Véran

Southern Mâconnais Chardonnay appellation adjacent to Pouilly-Fuissé; limestone-clay soils from volcanic and ancient hillsides; wines of mineral freshness and excellent value relative to Côte de Beaune.

Year Rating Notes
2022 Good Mâconnais year; Saint-Véran of fine mineral freshness and food versatility.
2021 Benchmark year; Saint-Véran approaching Pouilly-Fuissé in quality.
2020 Warm year; richer, generous Chardonnay with good depth.
2019 Classic profile; crisp, mineral Saint-Véran of consistent quality.
2018 Good balance; accessible, food-friendly Saint-Véran.