Domaine Olivier Merlin, Mâcon La Roche-Vineuse (2021)
- 2021
- 75cl
- Blanc
- 14.5%
- Bourgogne - FR, France
- Mâcon AOP
- Chardonnay
- OC12
Tasting notes
Bright and expressive, this Chardonnay opens with aromas of ripe pear, green apple, and fresh citrus, lifted by subtle white flowers and a hint of wet stone. The palate is crisp and balanced, offering clean orchard fruit, lemon zest, and a gentle mineral edge, with a smooth, refreshing texture. Elegant and precise, it finishes with a lively freshness and a delicate, lingering note of almonds and chalk.
Delivered on 01.11.2026
with EXPRESS delivery
A selection 100% tasted and approved
by our experts
Shatterproof packaging
Viticulture
Domaine Olivier Merlin, à Mâcon La Roche-Vineuse, est un domaine de Bourgogne reconnu pour la précision et l’élégance de ses vins. Situé au cœur du Mâconnais, il bénéficie de coteaux bien exposés et de sols calcaires qui favorisent l’expression nette du Chardonnay, cépage emblématique de la région. Le domaine met en valeur des vins frais, équilibrés et fruités, souvent marqués par une belle minéralité et une grande finesse aromatique. Le travail à la vigne y est soigné, avec une attention particulière portée à la maturité des raisins et au respect du terroir. Les vins du domaine reflètent le style bourguignon avec authenticité, alliant rondeur, vivacité et pureté.
Oenology
Domaine Olivier Merlin’s Mâcon La Roche-Vineuse comes from the southern part of Burgundy, where the cool climate and limestone-rich soils of the Mâconnais help Chardonnay express purity and freshness. In the vineyard, the focus is on careful plot selection and respectful cultivation to preserve the natural balance of the grapes. The harvest is generally carried out by hand at optimal ripeness to retain aromatic precision and acidity. In the cellar, the winemaking aims for clarity and finesse rather than heavy extraction, with gentle pressing, controlled fermentation, and restrained ageing, often in tank and sometimes with a touch of oak depending on the vintage. The result is a clean, mineral-driven white wine that reflects both the character of La Roche-Vineuse and the elegant, precise style of Domaine Olivier Merlin.
Suggestions for accompaniment
Domaine Olivier Merlin, Mâcon La Roche-Vineuse (Bourgogne) is a fresh, elegant white wine that pairs beautifully with refined, delicate dishes. It works very well with grilled or pan-seared fish, shellfish, oysters, and seafood carpaccio. It is also an excellent match for poultry in light cream sauce, roast chicken, veal, or simple risottos with herbs or mushrooms. For vegetarian options, choose asparagus, fennel, zucchini, artichokes, or goat cheese dishes. As accompanying dishes, serve potatoes with butter and herbs, rice pilaf, steamed seasonal vegetables, fresh salads, or a light gratin. Soft cheeses such as fresh goat cheese or a mild tomme can also complement it nicely.
Winery
Domaine Olivier Merlin
Domaine Olivier Merlin is a respected wine estate located in Burgundy, in the Bourgogne region of France. Established by Olivier Merlin and his wife Corinne in the 1980s, the domaine has built a strong reputation for producing expressive, elegant wines that reflect the character of their terroir. The estate works primarily with classic Burgundy grape varieties, especially Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, and is known for careful vineyard management and traditional winemaking methods. Over the years, Domaine Olivier Merlin has become recognized for the quality and finesse of its wines, particularly from appellations such as Mâconnais and the surrounding Burgundy areas.
The wines of
Domaine Olivier Merlin
