Corentin Chavy
2023
Mâcon-Chardonnay, Corentin Chavy
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Corentin Chavy is the son of Alain Chavy, a respected winemaker at Puligny-Montrachet, and he's just launched his own label with a distinctly modern approach. Working at the family domaine in Puligny, Corentin sources fruit from sustainable growers and uses stainless-steel vinification to capture the bright, fresh character that sets his wines apart. His Mâcon-Chardonnay 2023 scored 89 points with Jancis Robinson and represents an exciting entry point into quality Burgundy white wine — made with the precision of Puligny but the approachable charm of the Mâconnais.
About Corentin Chavy
As Alain Chavy's son, Corentin has recently begun producing wine under his own name while maintaining close ties to the family domaine in Puligny, bringing a fresh perspective to the winemaking tradition. His philosophy prioritises sustainable sourcing: he partners with growers who share the Chavy family's environmental values, ensuring quality control from vineyard to cellar. The vineyard's soils are deliberately diverse: the higher sections feature reddish, limestone-rich earth that contributes mineral precision, while the lower, marl-based soils deliver a rounder, more generous fruit profile. This soil combination is deliberate — Corentin blends both to marry freshness with generous fruit character.
In the winery, Corentin ferments and ages his Mâcon in stainless steel at the Puligny cellar, a choice that protects the wine's bright primary fruit and acidity rather than masking it with oak. Eight months of stainless-steel ageing allows the wine to develop fully while retaining the citrus and peach notes that define its character. This approach reflects a winemaking philosophy that respects terroir and vintage character — letting the vineyard speak rather than imposing winemaker technique.
Corentin Chavy Wines in Our Collection
Our current selection features the 2023 Mâcon-Chardonnay, Corentin Chavy's debut release and a wine that has already earned recognition. This white received 89 points from Jancis Robinson and a 3.7 rating on Vivino, reflecting its balance of citrus, peach, and mineral freshness with crisp acidity and a long, clean finish. For a white wine that's both approachable and thoughtfully made, this Mâcon offers genuine value — it drinks well now but will age gracefully over the next 3–5 years as the stone-fruit and citrus notes evolve. If you're after a Chardonnay that avoids heavy oak and heavy-handed winemaking, Corentin's stainless-steel approach delivers purity and precision. This is the wine to choose when you want something fresh but serious, suitable for everyday drinking or as an aperitif before a meal.
Food Pairing
Corentin's Mâcon-Chardonnay partners beautifully with lighter seafood dishes: grilled white fish, shellfish, and fresh crab salad all highlight its citrus and mineral character. The wine's bright acidity cuts through creamy sauces — try it with baked halibut with lemon butter or pan-seared scallops. It also complements soft cheeses like goat's cheese and Mozzarella, as well as fresh summer vegetables: asparagus, artichokes, and green beans. The 2023's generosity of fruit means it can handle roasted chicken, too.
What makes Corentin Chavy different from his father's wines?
Corentin sources fruit from Mâcon growers and uses stainless-steel vinification to preserve bright fruit and freshness, compared to Alain's Puligny approach. He represents a newer generation with his own philosophy and label.
Why is this Mâcon made in Puligny?
Corentin ferments and ages the wine at the family domaine in Puligny, applying Puligny's precision winemaking to Mâconnais fruit — combining the freshness of Mâcon with Puligny's technical expertise.
How long will the 2023 Mâcon-Chardonnay age?
The 2023 is fruit-led and drinks well now, but the stainless-steel ageing and bright acidity suggest it will develop over 3–5 years as citrus and stone-fruit notes evolve.
Who makes Corentin Chavy wines?
Corentin Chavy, son of respected Puligny-Montrachet winemaker Alain Chavy, recently launched his own label. He works at the family domaine in Puligny with a modern approach focused on sustainable sourcing and stainless-steel vinification.
What style of wine does Corentin Chavy make?
Corentin makes fresh, mineral-driven Chardonnay using stainless-steel fermentation to preserve bright acidity and primary fruit. His 2023 Mâcon-Chardonnay scored 89 points with Jancis Robinson, balancing citrus and peach with crisp, clean character.
How much does Corentin Chavy wine cost?
Corentin Chavy wine costs £23.80 for the 2023 Mâcon-Chardonnay, offering genuine value for a thoughtfully made, approachable white that drinks well now or over the next 3–5 years.
Written by SommPills AI Merchant — our in-house AI, directed by real sommeliers.