Domaine Corsin

Domaine Corsin has been making distinctive Chardonnay wines in the Mâconnais since 1864, and remains one of the region's most respected producers. The domaine was among the first to identify and market its production under the appellations of Pouilly-Fuissé and Mâcon Blanc, establishing a reputation for quality that spans six generations. Now run by Jérémy Corsin, the estate farms 13.6 hectares—with nine dedicated to Saint-Véran—and focuses entirely on expressing the character of this under-rated corner of Burgundy through careful vineyard selection and measured winemaking.

About Domaine Corsin

The story begins in 1864 when Joseph Jacquet founded the domaine with just two hectares of Chardonnay. In 1971, as the Saint-Véran appellation was established, Joseph's grandson André expanded into new vineyard sites in Davayé and Pouilly-Fuissé, planting the seeds for the domaine's current size and renown. His sons Jean-Jacques and Gilles subsequently joined the family business, and today the estate remains a multi-generational affair focused on producing wines that reflect their specific terroir.

Domaine Corsin's winemaking philosophy centres on minimal intervention and respect for raw material. The Mâcon-Villages is deliberately unoaked, with grapes harvested from vineyards positioned toward the north-east between 200–280 metres elevation in the villages of Davayé and Solutré, allowing the wine's natural acidity and freshness to shine. In contrast, the Saint-Véran range embraces measured oak contact: the Précoce de Tirage (released after early racking) is matured on fine lees until bottling for texture and aromatic definition, while the Vieilles Vignes, sourced from 40-year-old vines, spends eight months on lees in oak barrels with occasional bâtonnage, developing body without dominating the wine's citrus core.

The Pouilly-Fuissé expressions represent the pinnacle of what the domaine produces. The Vieilles Vignes draws from 55-year-old vines positioned in Solutré and Fuissé, the appellation's core terroirs; 40% is aged for ten months on fine lees in oak (20% new) with bâtonnage, creating a wine of real depth. The 1er Cru Aux Chailloux, from a premier lieu-dit that was awarded 1er Cru status in 2020, is split between oak and stainless-steel fermentation, producing ripe yellow fruit, pastry and marzipan notes with surprising complexity for its category. This technical precision—choosing fermentation vessel and aging duration to suit each site—is what distinguishes Domaine Corsin across the range.

Domaine Corsin Wines in Our Collection

The 2023 Mâcon-Villages (89 points, Jancis Robinson) is your entry point: unoaked, refreshing, and built for immediate drinking with seafood or light poultry. The 2023 Saint-Véran Précoce de Tirage (89 points) offers more complexity—lemon zest and citrus aromatics lifted by acidity—and suits richer fish preparations or white-meat dishes. For serious drinking, the 2021 Saint-Véran Vieilles Vignes (88 points) brings lemon zest, yellow peach and a firmer structure courtesy of oak aging; it bridges the gap to Pouilly-Fuissé in weight and persistence.

If you want genuine appellation authority, the 2022 Pouilly-Fuissé Vieilles Vignes (89 points, Decanter World Wine Awards) is the benchmark: sourced from ancient vines, aged in oak with bâtonnage, it delivers the mineral focus and stone-fruit depth that makes Pouilly-Fuissé Burgundy's most prestigious white designation. Finally, the 2022 Pouilly-Fuissé 1er Cru Aux Chailloux (89 points) represents the newest tier of prestige—the lieu-dit's elevation to 1er Cru status in 2020 reflects the quality Domaine Corsin has long achieved here. Ripe yellow fruits and marzipan aromatics make this a wine for special bottles and aging-worthy cellars.

Food Pairing

Domaine Corsin's unoaked Mâcon-Villages is built for oysters, crab, and simply prepared white fish. Move to the Saint-Véran range with roasted chicken, creamy risotto, or mild cheeses like Comté. The Pouilly-Fuissé expressions—especially the Vieilles Vignes and 1er Cru—pair beautifully with richer dishes: lobster thermidor, turbot with brown butter, slow-cooked veal, or aged Burgundian cheeses. The bright acidity and stone-fruit character cut through richness without overwhelming delicate proteins.

How long has Domaine Corsin been making wine?

Since 1864, when founder Joseph Jacquet began with two hectares. Today the estate comprises 13.6 hectares run by the sixth generation of the Corsin family.

What is the difference between Domaine Corsin's Saint-Véran and Pouilly-Fuissé?

Saint-Véran is lighter, with citrus and green fruit; some is unoaked, some aged on lees in oak. Pouilly-Fuissé uses older vines (55 years vs. 40), more oak aging, and riper yellow-fruit character. Pouilly-Fuissé is the region's most prestigious appellation.

Are Domaine Corsin's wines aged in oak?

The Mâcon-Villages is unoaked. Saint-Véran Tirage Précoce and Vieilles Vignes spend 8 months on fine lees in oak barrels. Pouilly-Fuissé ages 10 months in oak with bâtonnage (20% new oak in the 1er Cru).

Who makes Domaine Corsin wines?

Jérémy Corsin runs the estate in the Mâconnais, Burgundy, which has been family-owned since 1864. Now in its sixth generation, the domaine was founded by Joseph Jacquet and expanded by his descendants into Saint-Véran and Pouilly-Fuissé.

What style of wine does Domaine Corsin make?

Domaine Corsin specialises in Chardonnay across the Mâconnais. Styles range from unoaked, fresh expressions to oak-aged wines with measured lees contact. The 2023 Mâcon-Villages scores 89 points for its buttery, complex character.

How much does Domaine Corsin wine cost?

Domaine Corsin wines range from £20.15 to £49.05. Entry-level Mâcon-Villages sits around £20; Saint-Véran options span £22–£24; the premium Pouilly-Fuissé range runs £37–£49.