Description
Limestone based slopes threaded with clay form the base of 2022 Jean Manciat Mâcon-Charnay Vieilles Vignes, produced from mature Chardonnay parcels in the southern Mâconnais. Set at moderate elevation with southeasterly exposures, these sites benefit from a warm, ventilated climate influenced by the Saône plain, supporting a steady ripening cadence. Farming follows sustainable practice, with balanced pruning, careful canopy management, and selective hand harvesting guided by variation in soil depth and the vigor of older vines. Fermentation proceeds in temperature controlled stainless steel with native or neutral yeasts, and élevage continues on fine lees to build integration without introducing wood influence. Vieilles Vignes sits as a core cuvée in Manciat’s portfolio, presenting a technically grounded view of Mâcon-Charnay’s limestone hillside conditions through detailed viticulture and restrained cellar decisions.