Domaine Marcel Coutourier Saint Veran La Cour des Bois, 2018

Saint Veran is a Chardonnay from the Macon area of Southern Burgundy, very close to Pouilly Fuisse. This one from Marcel Coutourier matches precisely what I like about the appellation. It has depth, complexity and personality.

Deep gold color, substantially darker than the last bottle I had two years ago. Otherwise it has many of the same qualities but probably should be drunk soon. Pears, white flowers, toasted almonds and blood orange zest. Medium light body, light oak. Much better as it nears room temperature--a good sign for any white wine. Savory, saline notes on deep fruited finish.