Appellations of Mâconnais

Wines produced around the commune of Mâcon are allowed to add the name of up to 26 officially recognised communes to the label.

One of the most geologically diverse appellations in all of Burgundy, Pouilly-Fuissé produces complex wines from Chardonnay in the Mâconnais.

Pouilly-Loché is a small white wine appellation in the Mâconnais. The key grape variety is Chardonnay and while these wines may lack the prestige of some of the villages in the Côte d'Or, they can offer excellent value.

Pouilly-Vinzelles is a white wine appellation in the Mâconnais. Around 53 hectares of Chardonnay are planted and produce wines in a range of different styles.

The small village of Saint-Véran is home to some of the best Chardonnay wines in the Mâconnais. With a plethora of officially registered Lieux-Dits, Saint-Véran is a fascinating territory to explore.

Viré-Clessé is one of the high quality Chardonnay appellations of the Mâconnais. It was granted official status in 1998. Viré and Clessé are two villages in southern Burgundy, lying between Tournus and Mâcon.