2022 Nicole Lamarche Rully 1er Cru Marrissou Blanc

The 2022 Nicole Lamarche Rully 1er Cru Marrissou Blanc is an elegant Chardonnay from the Marrissou Premier Cru vineyard in Rully, Côte Chalonnaise, Burgundy. Sourced from the northernmost Premier Cru site beneath the Montagne de Remenot, where Oxfordian limestone lies beneath brown clay and stony soils, the wine reflects Nicole Lamarche's precise and restrained winemaking. Fermented and matured in lightly toasted French oak with minimal lees stirring, it opens with aromas of white peach, ripe pear and lemon zest, complemented by white flowers, flint and a fine mineral lift.

On the palate, it is medium-bodied with vibrant acidity and a beautifully textured mouthfeel. Flavours of citrus, orchard fruit and ripe stone fruit are balanced by chalky minerality and subtle oak, leading to a long, fresh finish. The restrained élevage preserves the purity of the Chardonnay while highlighting the natural balance of richness and mineral tension that defines the Marrissou vineyard.

Ben's Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is an excellent choice for customers who enjoy refined white Burgundy with freshness, texture and mineral precision. Pair it with grilled scallops, roast chicken, lobster, creamy seafood pasta or aged Comté. Enjoy now for its vibrant energy, or cellar for the next 8–12 years as it develops additional complexity and elegance.