# Beaujolais-Blanc Château De Lavernette (2020)

- **Producer:** Château de Lavernette
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay
- **Region:** Beaujolais, France
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €23
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 8–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** pear, lemon, white flowers, melon, peach, butter, cream, honey, almond

## About this wine

Beaujolais-Blanc Château De Lavernette is a 100% Chardonnay wine from the Beaujolais Blanc AOC in Burgundy, France. The producer, Château de Lavernette, is a historic estate with a winemaking tradition dating back to 1596, currently managed by the 13th generation of the same family. They are committed to organic and biodynamic farming practices. The estate's vineyards are situated at the confluence of the Mâconnais and Beaujolais regions, featuring diverse soil types. This wine represents a distinctive expression of the Beaujolais terroir.

## Interesting facts

- A historic estate with roots in monastic winemaking dating back to 1596.
- Managed by the same family for over 12 generations.
- Certified organic and biodynamic since 2007.
- Vineyards sit at the unique intersection of Mâconnais and Beaujolais terroirs.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium body and balanced acidity make it versatile. Acidity cuts through richer sauces and complements fatty proteins, while subtle fruit notes can echo or contrast with ingredients like herbs and citrus.

## Wine making process

Château de Lavernette employs organic and biodynamic farming practices in its vineyards. Vineyard work is largely manual, including pruning, leaf thinning, green harvesting, and hand-picking grapes at full ripeness. The winemaking process aims to preserve fruit freshness and express the terroir, often utilizing fermentation techniques that maintain delicate aromatics. Aging is typically conducted in a manner that emphasizes the wine's natural character and minerality, avoiding heavy oak influence. Whole cluster pressing may be used for some cuvées.