Coeur des Sages Mâcon Villages Chardonnay 2023

Critics thoughts -  A delightful, light-bodied, beautifully balanced chardonnay. Malolactic fermentation softens acidity and adds texture without overpowering freshness. Lemon zest, juicy apple and white flowers on the nose, with citrusy mineral character through the palate. Seamless and smooth—perfect drinking now. Cellar: 5 years.  92 points Ray Jordan

An AOC Macon Villages by a cooperative of around 80 growers - Les Vignerons d’Ige - this is a delicate Burgundian Chardonnay, with a touch of white florals in the nose, a gentle squeeze of lemon over white nectarine in the palate, unhindered by artifact to allow its easy-going honesty and purity to shine. 92 Points Tony Love

Delightfully fruited and elegantly expressed, the wine presents notes of whitefleshed peach, lemon pith, nougat, and flinty nuances on the nose. The palate delivers good weight and silky flow, splendidly supported by refined texture and bright acidity, finishing with a lingering and stylish aftertaste. At its best: now to 2028.  92 points Sam Kim

Weight, shape and balance get you in the mood with this Chardonnay from southern Burgundy. It’s tense on the mid-palate and not lacking flavour, its measured density a highlight. Spiced apple, pears, white fleshed stonefruit, a dash of honey and a fine tickle of ginger bread spice muse to get you in the mood. The fruit is imprinted on the palate and refuses to move as a fine white pebble minerality sits in the background. It’s quite delightful, really, particularly if you lean towards considered wines that cause reason to ponder. I thoroughly enjoyed this and I’m sure it will find a horde of folk who will feel the same. Great stuff and well priced.  92 Points Steve Leszczynski Qwine