Julien Desplans, the winemaker at Maison Verget, along with Sophie Guffens, showcased the 2023 releases from the esteemed négociant arm of Jean-Marie Guffens’ Guffens-Heynen domaine, which is located in Sologny, Mâconnais. Maison Verget has shifted its focus to exclusively using fruit from Mâconnais due to difficulties sourcing desired grapes from higher-profile regions. All their wines are sealed with screw caps, a rarity for this area.
Highlights of the 2023 Releases
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Verget Bourgogne Blanc Grand Élevage 2023
A blend from two clay-soiled plots with 10% new oak. Notably textural and refined, featuring a mineral edge to its pear and white peach notes, complemented by hints of anise. Rated 93/100. -
Verget Mâcon-Pierreclos 2023
Produced from old vines in stainless steel, with precision showcasing bright lemon and pear flavors alongside subtle bready richness. Rated 93/100. -
Verget Mâcon-Pierreclos En Tremblay 2023
Aged in oak with 20% new wood, this wine reveals fine details with smoky, clove, and cedar nuances enveloping sweet pear and citrus fruits. A long and structured finish. Rated 94/100. -
Verget Mâcon-Bussières Vignes de Montbrison 2023
Cultivated in clay-limestone soils, it stands out with its bright energy, showcasing pure citrus and pear fruits along a mineral and herbal line. Rated 94/100. -
Verget Mâcon-Roche Vineuse Les Bois Joyaux 2023
From old vines on limestone soil with 25% new oak, this wine offers a rich profile of honey, sweet melon, and lemon brightness, all complemented by herbaceous notes. Rated 93/100. -
Verget Mâcon-Pierreclos Lieu Secret 2023
Neighboring the Guffens-Heynen Chavigne vineyard, this wine displays concentration and racy, salty flavors of pear and peach, noted for its stylish finish. Rated 95/100. -
Verget Mâcon-Vergisson La Roche 2023
Sourced from the north-facing part of the vineyard, it presents a lovely concentration of pear and peach alongside saltiness and elegance in structure. Rated 94/100. -
Verget Saint-Veran Vigne de St Claude 2023
From a small parcel of 50-year-old vines on stony soils with 25% new oak. It combines anise with citrus and pear notes, featuring appealing texture. Rated 94/100. -
Verget Saint-Veran Lieu (Inter)dit 2023
Crafted from Côte-Rôtie vineyard (name not permitted), it showcases plush stone fruits, ripe peaches, and fine spice, leading to a mineral and elongated finish. Rated 95/100. -
Verget Pouilly-Fuissé Le Haut de la Roche 2023
Although not classified as 1er cru due to its elevation, this wine has a concentrated, serious character with stony and mineral undertones. Rated 95/100. -
Verget Pouilly-Fuissé Les Combes Vieilles Vignes 2023
This standout wine, from north and south-facing vines and aged in 25% new oak, is rich with peach, apricot, and citrus notes, balancing boldness with refinement. Rated 96/100. -
Verget Pouilly-Fuissé Sur La Roche Premier Cru 2023
Faced southeast and aged with 25% new oak, it is well-balanced with citrus fruit, white peach, and ripe pear notes, finishing with depth and freshness. Rated 95/100.
Maison Verget continues to establish itself as a leader in the Mâconnais, emphasizing the quality and potential of its regional wines.
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UK availability can be found at Farr Vintners.