2023 Saint Veran "En Terre Noir" Domaine des Deux Roches

Description

Saint-Véran “En Terre Noire” 2023 – Domaine des Deux Roches is a precise and luminous Chardonnay from the limestone terroirs of southern Burgundy. The balanced and vibrant 2023 vintage reveals excellent aromatic purity supported by lively freshness and an elegant texture. This cuvée perfectly expresses the mineral and refined style of modern great Saint-Véran wines.

Grape Variety

100% Chardonnay.

Aromatic profile: lemon, pear, green apple, white flowers, flinty notes, and subtle buttery nuances.

Region / Country

Burgundy – Saint-Véran (France).

Clay-limestone soils provide tension, freshness, and mineral precision.

Serving Temperature

Serve between 10 and 12 °C (50–54 °F).

Open slightly in advance to reveal its full complexity.

Ageing Potential

5 to 10 years.

• 2025–2029: freshness, tension, and vibrant fruit.

• 2030–2035+: development toward rounder, honeyed, and lightly nutty notes.

Appearance

• Color: pale yellow with golden reflections.

• Clarity: bright and crystalline.

• Legs: fine and regular.

Nose

• Aromatic intensity: fine and expressive.

• First nose: citrus and white fruits.

• Second nose: white flowers, mineral notes, and subtle toasted nuances.

Palate

• Attack: lively and precise.

• Structure: vibrant tension, sharp acidity, elegant texture.

• Dominant aromas: lemon, apple, pear, mineral notes.

• Overall balance: linear and harmonious.

• Length: fresh, saline, and persistent finish.

Food Pairings

• Seafood.

• Grilled fish.

• Cream-based poultry dishes.

• Goat cheeses.

Overall Impression / Style

An elegant and mineral Saint-Véran combining freshness, precision, and generosity. An accessible yet refined cuvée.

Tasting Comment

“A beautifully focused Saint-Véran with crisp orchard fruit, chalky minerality and a refined, saline finish.”

— Source: Burgundy specialist wine press / sommelier reviews