Vintage Character Maison A&S Maranges 'La Tête de Fer' Blanc 2024 is a village Chardonnay from a season of heavy rain, high mildew pressure and reduced yields. Cool, variable weather disturbed flowering, but the absence of prolonged summer heat extended ripening; drier conditions before the September harvest then allowed careful selection of healthy fruit. In Maranges, that sequence favoured acidity and aromatic precision over sheer richness. La Tête de Fer consequently shows pear, yellow apple and white flowers supported by a firmer mineral line. The small crop gives concentration, while measured ripeness keeps the wine energetic and saline, making 2024 a tauter and more transparent expression than a warmer, earlier vintage.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing The aromatic profile opens with pear, yellow apple, peach and white flowers, followed by lees, almond and restrained toast. The palate is medium-bodied, with medium-high acidity and low tannins. With air and bottle age, honey, hazelnut and dried citrus should become more evident without obscuring the wine's primary character. Serve it with grilled fish, shellfish or roast poultry; these dishes match the wine's weight and savoury detail while allowing its acidity to refresh the palate.