Description
The mineral brightness of this Mâcon-Verzé from Nicolas Delfaud bursts forth on the first sniff, immediately complemented by the energy and purity of the fruit. A chalky character (flint) accompanies bold citrus flavours (lemon, grapefruit) and delicate floral notes (lime blossom, bergamot). The salty, lingering minerality never leaves you; the finish is immense.
What to eat with a Mâcon-Verzé from Nicolas Delfaud?
- Crispy sea bass
- Beaufort soufflé
- Salmon in cream sauce
- White meats and fish in sauce
- Chicken with lemongrass
- Halibut fillet with basil sauce.
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The Nicolas Delfaud
estate was established in autumn 2015 when he took over the lease of 4 hectares of vineyards in Saône-et-Loire, within the Mâcon-Verzé appellation. After working as a sommelier in Paris, he decided in 2009 to settle in the Mâconnais region to study for a BTS in viticulture and oenology at the CFPPA in Mâcon Davayé. From 2010 to 2017, he joined Château des Rontets (an organic estate in Fuissé) as a farm worker whilst beginning to establish his own estate. He then undertook the conversion of all his plots to organic farming. Verzé proved to be an excellent terroir, judging by tastings of his first vintages. Particular mention should be made of the excellent value for money offered by the wines from this young estate.
