The 2024 Verget Mâcon-Bussières Vignes de Montbrison is a beautifully vibrant and mineral-driven Chardonnay from one of the Mâconnais’ benchmark producers. Crafted by Jean-Marie Guffens from carefully selected old-vine parcels in the limestone-rich slopes around Bussières-Saint-Romain, the wine reflects Verget’s meticulous vineyard sourcing and élevage philosophy, balancing ripe southern Burgundy fruit with freshness, precision and terroir transparency. The 2024 vintage shows exceptional aromatic purity and energy, giving the wine a particularly refined and lively character. The nose reveals lemon zest, green apple and ripe pear layered alongside white flowers, wet stone and subtle toasted almond notes, giving the wine impressive lift and clarity.
On the palate, it is light to medium-bodied with vibrant natural acidity, silky texture and a tightly focused mineral core. Layers of citrus peel, orchard fruit and delicate lees complexity are balanced by saline freshness and chalky tension, finishing long, dry and beautifully persistent with excellent precision and finesse. Careful élevage in a combination of stainless steel and older oak barrels preserves the wine’s crystalline purity while adding subtle richness and structural depth without overwhelming the energetic character of the fruit. The Montbrison parcels consistently deliver notable mineral detail and concentration, making this one of the standout village-level wines in the Verget range.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2024 Verget Mâcon-Bussières Vignes de Montbrison is a superb southern Burgundy Chardonnay — fresh, mineral and beautifully refined with outstanding balance and versatility. Perfect with grilled seafood, roast chicken, creamy risotto, soft cheeses or lighter seafood cuisine. Enjoy now through 2035+.
