Domaine Gondard Perrin Vire Clesse Symphonie

Domaine Gondard-Perrin is a family estate located in the south of Burgundy (Mâconnaise) in the village of Viré. They produce white wines on the appellation Viré-Clessé with Chardonnay grapes. They aim to reveal the terroir through their wines. In the vineyard they work as naturally as they can, ploughing soils and using a natural way to care of them.

Winemaking in the cellar takes a simple approach. They let the natural yeast cause alcoholic fermentation and it's the same for the malolactic fermentation, natural bacteria in the wine does the work. This cuvée is aged for eighteen months in stainless steel tanks on the fine lees (French word for the residual yeasts); this helps to give the wine a more rounded structure and interesting flavour palate.

On the nose Gondard-Perrin's Viré-Clessé has a lovely aromatic perfume, showing scents of citrus, stone fruit, white florals and mineral notes. On the palate the wine has a weightier body; rich in style and bursting with fruity floral and mouthwatering qualities. This wine makes for a perfect aperitif, enjoyable all year round. It would pair well with fish but also is a great option for Asian dishes that have some spicy qualities.