Saint Véran Les 99 Coupées 2023 - Famille Paquet

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Name: The Saint-Véran "Les 99 Coupées" cuvée is not exactly a brand-new creation for the Paquet family (previous vintages like 2021 and 2022 already exist), but it is one of the modern single-plot wines highlighted since the estate revamped its product range. The evocative name "Les 99 Coupées" refers directly to the specific vineyard plots and the local land registry records from which the grapes originate.

Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay

Type: Dry, mineral white wine

The "Les 99 Coupées" cuvée embodies a pure, elegant expression of the limestone terroir found in the Saint-Véran appellation. Produced from vines cultivated with respect for biodiversity (organic farming), this white wine reflects the estate's philosophy: showcasing the full potential of Chardonnay through meticulous vineyard work and highly precise winemaking.

Winemaking and Maturation: Immediately after harvest, the grape clusters are gently pressed. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled tanks using indigenous yeasts, with no unnecessary additions, allowing the terroir to express itself fully. The wine then undergoes maturation on fine lees in the tank (for approximately 8 months)—a method specifically chosen to preserve the fruit's vibrancy, natural liveliness, and the wine's mineral tension.

Appearance: Pale golden yellow; bright and sparkling.

Nose: A rich, complex, and alluring bouquet, characterized by aromas of citrus (grapefruit, candied lemon) and crisp green apple, alongside elegant notes of white flowers and beeswax.

Palate: Fresh and balanced on the attack. The wine offers lovely substance, underscored by a fine mineral backbone, precise acidity, and a slightly saline finish that imparts a genuine sense of purity.

Food & Wine Pairing: This refined, taut Saint-Véran pairs beautifully with: a seafood platter, scallop carpaccio, or langoustines.

Fine grilled or pan-seared fish (sea bass, sole).

Bresse poultry in a light cream sauce.

Regional goat cheeses (Mâconnais, Charolais) or fresh pressed cheeses.

Serving: Serve chilled, ideally between 11°C and 13°C.