Domaine de la Garenne

Do you know what happens when a village chief has a bold idea? Thirty years ago, the mayor of Azé decided to plant vineyards on the roof of a prehistoric cave – and the Mâconnais region gained a jewel: Domaine de la Garenne . Since 2008, the Beaumont family (who also own the famous Château de Chamirey) have been running the winery with great passion.

Here, it's all about Chardonnay . The wines from Mâcon Bussières, Mâcon Azé, and Pouilly-Fuissé are pure, elegant, and full of character. One of their white wines was even chosen by Decanter magazine as one of the ten best Burgundy Chardonnays of 2010. You can taste the chalky soils, the southern sun, and the signature of a family that knows its craft. A sip of French joie de vivre—perfect for anyone who loves authentic white wines.

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Domaine de la Garenne —
Limestone Chardonnay from the Mâconnais

An unusual origin: Around thirty years ago, the mayor of Azé had vineyards planted on the roof of a prehistoric cave. From this bold idea arose Domaine de la Garenne —today one of the most distinctive wineries in southern Burgundy. Since 2008, the Beaumont family, known for Château de Chamirey in Mercurey, has managed the estate with a clear focus on a single grape variety: Chardonnay.

The vineyards in Mâcon Bussières, Mâcon Azé, and Pouilly-Fuissé lie on limestone soils, which impart a precise minerality and cool fruitiness to the wine that is not found everywhere in the Mâconnais. The wines are elegantly crafted, without heaviness—citrus peel, white peach, a slightly chalky finish. No oak masking, but rather terroir speaking for itself.

A white wine from the estate was selected by Decanter magazine in 2010 as one of the ten best Burgundy Chardonnays of the year—proof that the Mâconnais region is capable of more than just inexpensive everyday wines. Ideal with crayfish, Loire goat cheese, or a simple roast chicken.