Vintage Character Domaine Gilles Gelin Saint-Véran 2022 is a Village AOC Chardonnay from southern Burgundy, where the 2022 growing season brought generous sunshine and healthy fruit, giving the vintage both immediate charm and strong regional quality. Saint-Véran is prized for its rolling, elevated vineyard sites and predominantly clay-limestone soils, a terroir that helps Chardonnay combine ripe orchard-fruit generosity with the chalky, saline freshness that makes the appellation such a dependable source of refined white Burgundy.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing In the glass, this wine shows aromas of green apple, pear, citrus blossom and white peach, layered with hints of buttered toast, almond and a discreet wet-stone note. The palate is medium-bodied and supple yet lively, with crisp acidity carrying flavors of lemon curd, stone fruit and subtle leesy creaminess toward a clean, mineral finish. It pairs especially well with roast chicken in a cream sauce, grilled sea bass, or sushi and sashimi.
Winery Background Domaine Gilles Gelin is a family-led Burgundian estate associated with Domaine des Nugues, with Gilles Gelin continuing a hands-on approach focused on clear site expression rather than heavy winemaking. The domaine is known for careful vineyard work and sustainable practice, with fruit harvested to preserve freshness and precision. In the cellar, the style favors gentle handling and restrained élevage, often with lees contact to build texture while keeping Chardonnay’s natural tension intact, resulting in wines that are approachable, authentic and firmly rooted in their southern Burgundian origin.