Frantz Chagnoleau Saint Veran ‘Prelude’ 2023

" I adore these wines. They rank among the finest in the region.” Neal Martin, Vinous

"Frantz Chagnoleau is a relatively recent name in the constellation of Maconnais stars but his wines shine as bright as anybody's." Jasper Morris MW

“…stunningly good Saint-Véran that transcends its category…” Stephen Tanzer, Vinous.

“…their Saint-Véran got me entertaining the idea of Premier Cru status being extended to this appellation.On the other hand, not all winemakers have the aptitude and talent of this pair." Neal Martin, Vinous

Blend of parcels in Chasselas and Prissé; Chasselas parcels are red clay soils with limestone and the Prissé soils being very stony with high levels of active limestone. South west exposure, 300-350m asl. 40 year old vines planted at 9,000 vines/ha. Wholebunch pressed to demi-muids (600L) and foudre with 5% new oak. Importer’s notes