Pouilly-Fuissé
in Burgundy

Pouilly-Fuissé, the most prestigious vineyard in the Mâconnais!

In Burgundy, in Mâconnais three appellations start with the name Pouilly, but Pouilly-Fuissé is better known than its neighbors Pouilly-Loché and Pouilly-Vinzelles, because of its larger production.

The Pouilly-Fuissé appellation is located in the Saône et Loire in the extreme south of the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region.

A favorable climate

The Mâconnais vines benefit from an oceanic climate with a southern tendency. More sunshine and less rain.

a unique geology

This wine-growing region is made up of marl, clay, sand, and stony scree soils. And sometimes very stony or on the contrary silty.

2000 YEARS OF HISTORY

The monks established their own vineyard when the Abbey of Cluny was created, founded in 909 by Guillaume 1st, the Count of Mâcon.

Pouilly-Fuissé

The Pouilly-Fuissé appellation although it is known the world over, this AOC is not very extensive. In total, 760 hectares planted in four villages (Fuissé, Solutré-Pouilly, Vergisson and Chaintré), entirely dedicated to chardonnay and producing a great white Burgundy wine with excellent value for money.

This prestigious appellation created in 1936, can be followed by the name of the "climat" from which the wine comes on the label.

The term "climat" designates the parcels of land in Burgundy. This word takes into account the know-how of the winegrowers, the geological characteristics, the particular exposures and each plot is delimited precisely.

Municipality of Fuissé :
- Les Brulés
- Les Perrières
- Les Vignes Blanches
- Le Clos
- Les Ménétrières
- Les Reisses

Municipality of Solutré-Pouilly :
- La Frérie
- Le Clos de Solutré
- En Servy
- Aux Chailloux
- Aux Bouthières
- Au Vignerais
- Pouilly
- Vers Cras (une partie du climat se trouve sur Fuissé)

Municipality of Vergisson :
- En France
- Sur La Roche
- Les Crays
- La Maréchaude

Municipality of Chaintré :
- Les Chevrières
- Le Clos de Monsieur Noly
- Aux Quarts
- Le Clos Reyssier

=> The village of Fuissé is the king of the Pouilly-Fuissé appellation, with 245 hectares, it has the largest area of the AOC.

Great news 22 climats in Premier Cru appellation for Pouilly-Fuissé

On September 3, 2020, the national committee for appellations of origin relating to wines and alcoholic beverages, and spirit drinks confirmed the recognition of 22 climats followed by the "premier cru" designation for the AOC "Pouilly-Fuissé" (this represents 24% of the area of the AOC (194 hectares). The winegrowers hope to highlight the variety of the terroirs and the recognition of their work.

This Premier Cru classification is a first since 1943 !

Previously, none of the Mâconnais appellations could claim the Premier Cru appellation. This is why, since 2010, the Organization for Defense and Management (ODG) of the AOC Pouilly-Fuissé has applied for recognition for some of its localities, called climates (explained above).

The ODG has struggled to highlight the notoriety, uses and natural characteristics of the plots (such as altitude, slope and nature of the soil), it is a pledge of the future for economic development / tourist attractions of the Mâconnais and the region. Several selection criteria were requested by the National Institute of Quality and Health (INAO) such as the historical presence of the vine on these plots, their recognition by tasting guides and others.

The 22 Climats in Premier Cru of the Pouilly-Fuissé appellation, by municipality :

Commune of Fuissé :

Les Brulés
Les Perrières
Les Vignes Blanches
Le Clos
Les Ménétrières
Les Reisses

Commune of Solutré-Pouilly :

La Frérie
Le Clos de Solutré
En Servy
Aux Chailloux
Aux Bouthières
Au Vignerais
Pouilly
Vers Cras (part of the climate is found on Fuissé)

Commune of Vergisson :

En France
Sur La Roche
Les Crays
La Maréchaude

Commune of Chaintré :

Les Chevrières
Le Clos de Monsieur Noly
Aux Quarts
Le Clos Reyssier

Terroir

The Pouilly-Fuissé appellation benefits from these clay-limestone Jurassic soils, stony scree and a shale zone in the territory of the four municipalities.

Most of the vines are exposed to the east and south-east, between 250 meters and 350 meters above sea level.

North of the Pouilly-Fuissé appellation, Solutré and Vergisson: two emblematic rocks of Burgundy stand side by side. Their soil is composed of limestone ridges (these are the remains of coral reefs dating from the time when the sea covered Burgundy in a tropical climate).

Tasting

The Pouilly-Fuissé appellation is produced exclusively in white, Chardonnay grape variety.

A gold color with greenish reflections, on the nose an intense bouquet with aromas such as hazelnut, grilled almond, white fruits (peach, pear, quince), but also citrus fruits (grapefruit, lemon) , floral (peony) and even vegetal notes (lime, fern, lime, acacia). A great wine, rich, tasty with a beautiful finesse, all revealing a beautiful acidity and aromas of flint. A very beautiful aromatic power with slightly buttery aromas. On the palate, opulent, straight lines with a beautiful complexity. Very pleasant, lively, fragrant, without forgetting its mineral touch!

Most often vinified in barrels, powerful and aromatic. These wines are pleasant to drink young, they will not be afraid of keeping five to ten years, their style is often powerful, over the years the fat dominates the acidity.

Pouilly-Fuissé white wine is best served between 13 and 14 ° C, never frozen !

This elegant and charming wine will go perfectly with lobster, seafood, crustaceans, white meats such as fowl in cream. For surprising pairings, Pouilly-Fuissé can go very well with exotic cuisine such as couscous, a fish tagine or goat cheese.

Be careful not to confuse the Pouilly-Fuissé appellation with the Pouilly-Fumé appellation, two different wines. The first product in Burgundy and the second cultivated on the banks of the Loire !