Maison Joseph DrouhinMacon-Bussieres Les Clos

The 2021 vintage of Maison Joseph Drouhin Macon-Bussières Les Clos emerges from a challenging year, marked by one of the smallest harvests Burgundy has ever seen. Despite these adversities, the resulting wine is a testament to the resilience and expertise of the winemakers. The whites from this vintage are less opulent than those of previous years, offering a well-balanced profile with lovely aromatics that avoid excessive extravagance.
Grapes for this wine are carefully pressed using a pneumatic press to ensure gentle extraction. After settling, the juice undergoes fermentation, with 2/3 fermenting in stainless steel vats and the remaining 1/3 in 500-liter oak barrels. This method strikes a perfect balance, preserving the wine’s freshness and enhancing its complexity.
Macon-Bussières Les Clos comes from a significant terroir in the south of Burgundy, near Pouilly-Fuissé. The village of Bussières, situated on the picturesque Mont du Mâconnais, provides an ideal environment for cultivating high-quality grapes. The terroir imparts a distinct character to the wine, reflecting the unique soil and climatic conditions of the region.
Maison Joseph Drouhin Macon-Bussières Les Clos 2021 pairs beautifully with seafood, poultry dishes, and creamy cheeses. It is best enjoyed chilled, at around 10-12°C, to fully appreciate its delicate aromatics and balanced structure. This wine is a delightful representation of the unique terroir of southern Burgundy and the meticulous craftsmanship of Maison Joseph Drouhin.