Domaine Louis Magnin - Chignin Bergeron Verticale 2011
15/20
Bettane & Desseauve
“A young vineyard, about a dozen years old, that produces a wine with good structure and opulence, featuring notes of candied orange. It was still somewhat austere when we tasted it in March; it will need to be cellared or decanted. ” (The Bettane & Desseauve Guide to French Wines 2016). A supple cuvée, full-bodied on the palate, of exceptional purity with richness and depth, and a beautiful balance… A truly delightful bottle!
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Eye
pale yellow dress
Nose
with notes of honey, vine peach, and dried flowers
Palate
smooth, full-bodied, exceptionally pure with richness and depth, beautifully balanced
Serve
at 10-12°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2016
Drink before
2021
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with frog legs, a tartiflette with Reblochon cheese, sweetbreads with morels, a Valais-style raclette...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2016 guide) 15/20 (Very good wine)
Rated estate (2023 guide) 3*Stars (High-quality production, setting the standard in its sector)
About the wine:
A young vineyard, about a dozen years old, that produces a wine with good structure and richness, featuring notes of candied orange. It was still somewhat austere when we tasted it in March, so it’s best to let it age a bit or decant it.
About the estate:
The Magnins are among the most iconic figures in the Savoyard wine region. These two dedicated winemakers, who have been certified organic since 2012, decided to downsize the estate to three hectares starting with the 2018 harvest. While their lineup is small, both their white and red wines are absolutely stunning.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2023 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when tasting the wines from these estates)
About the estate:
This artisanal estate has played a pivotal role in the contemporary history of the Savoyard vineyards. Although the vineyard area has shrunk, meticulous work—both in the vineyard and in the cellar—enables Louis Magnin to achieve exceptional expression in both reds and whites. A perfectionist, he demonstrates a consistency across his various vintages that few producers in this region can match. Less opulent than in the past, the whites emphasize mineral intensity. Among the Mondeuses—flamboyant yet meant for aging—we continue to prefer (often, though not this year!) the vintages aged in tanks over those aged in barrels.
Customer rating
2.5/5
based on 2 reviews
Review by Mr. PHILIPPE E. Posted on June 25, 2018
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Review by Mr. DAMIEN L. Posted on 02/05/2017
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