Domaine Talmard Mâcon-Chardonnay 2024

Domaine Talmard Mâcon-Chardonnay is a classic expression of southern Burgundy Chardonnay from the family-run estate Domaine Talmard, based in the heart of the Mâconnais.

The Talmard family has farmed these vineyards for generations, focusing on sustainable viticulture and minimal intervention to let site and season speak clearly. Sourced from limestone-rich soils typical of the Mâconnais, this wine reflects a style of Burgundy that favours balance, generosity and clarity rather than heavy oak influence.

Produced entirely from Chardonnay, this cuvée sits stylistically between the freshness of Chablis and the richness of the Côte d’Or - offering a more relaxed, sunlit interpretation of Burgundy that remains unmistakably regional.

A dependable, food-friendly white that showcases why Mâcon-Chardonnay remains one of Burgundy’s most trusted and best-value appellations.

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Type: White Wine
Style: Medium‐bodied, Balanced
Grape Varietal: Chardonnay
Tastes Like: Comparable to an unoaked or lightly oaked Burgundy Chardonnay - without the heaviness
Alcohol Percentage: ~13% (approx.)
Closure: Cork
Size: 750mL
Appellation: Mâcon-Chardonnay
Region: Macônnais, Burgundy, France
Terroir: Limestone and clay soils imparting a distinctive minerality
Aging: Aged in oak barrels to develop complexity while preserving the fresh fruit character
Serving Temperature: 10–12°C - Best served slightly chilled

Domaine Talmard is a family‐owned estate in Burgundy renowned for its commitment to sustainable winemaking practices. Through meticulous vineyard management and minimal intervention in the cellar, the estate produces Chardonnay that perfectly encapsulates the elegant, terroir‐driven character of the Macônnais region.

Seafood: Butter‐poached lobster or seared scallops with a lemon-herb butter sauce.
Poultry: Roast chicken with a creamy white wine and mushroom sauce.
Vegetarian: Wild mushroom risotto or a truffle‐infused pasta that accentuates the wine's layered fruit and oak nuances.
Meat: Light pork tenderloin with an apple or pear compote to complement its full‐bodied profile.

Fresh Goat's Cheese: Tangy and vibrant, echoing the wine's crisp fruit and citrus notes.
Brie: Soft and creamy, enhancing its subtle oak and vanilla nuances.
Camembert: Mild and slightly earthy, offering a gentle counterbalance.
Younger Comté: Semi‐hard and nutty, adding a savory depth to the pairing.

Gougères Bourguignonnes (Burgundy Cheese Puffs)

Ingredients:

• 125ml water
• 60g butter
• 75g plain flour
• 2 eggs
• 100g grated Comté or Gruyère cheese
• Salt and cracked white pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C and line a baking tray with paper.
2. Bring the water and butter to a gentle boil, then add the flour all at once and stir until the mixture pulls away from the pan.
3. Remove from the heat and allow to cool slightly before beating in the eggs one at a time.
4. Fold in most of the grated cheese, seasoning lightly with salt and white pepper.
5. Spoon small mounds of dough onto the tray and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
6. Bake for 20–25 minutes until puffed, golden and crisp.

The warm, savoury cheese and light pastry highlight Mâcon-Chardonnay’s round texture and gentle richness, while the wine’s acidity keeps each bite fresh and balanced.