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Vézelay La Galerne Montanet-Thoden (Domaine) 2020
13.5%
1.5L
Intensity
The galerne, the wind from the north-west of France, evokes the freshness and liveliness of the Burgundy Vézelay wine, grown organically, characterised by aromas of white fruit and a mineral finish.
More infoThe Bourgogne Vézelay La Galerne hails from organic viticulture on a terroir of limestone soils, which provide notable tension and marked minerality. The Chardonnay grapes are hand-harvested, ensuring a rigorous selection process. Winemaking follows traditional methods, starting with a gentle pressing followed by low-temperature fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve the freshness of the aromas. The wine is aged for about 12 months, mainly in stainless steel tanks, with a partial maturation in oak barrels, striking a fine balance of fruitiness and complexity.
This method allows the wine to develop subtle aromas of white fruits such as pear and apple, along with hints of citrus and white flowers. On the palate, this wine is characterised by freshness, elegance, and a long, mineral-driven finish. These nectars pair perfectly with seafood, grilled fish, white meats and goats’ cheeses.
About the Producer La Soeur Cadette
Valentin is the son of two winemakers, Jean and Catherine, each owning their own estate: Domaine de la Cadette for his father, and Domaine Montanet-Thoden for his mother. When asked as a child, “Who do you like best, your mum or your dad?” Valentin probably never knew how to choose… As it turns out, since 2010, he has been buying grapes from both family estates to vinify and mature under his own label: La Sœur Cadette.
All the grapes are organically grown and handled in the vathouse with minimal sulphur (the wines can thus be considered natural wines, though Valentin Montanet doesn’t use the label as a banner). Vinification and ageing take place in vats and oak casks, guided by a simple philosophy: “to give the wine the taste of the place where it grew.”
The estate is located in Saint-Père, right next to the village’s beautiful church, where a remarkable 14th-century narthex often surprises visitors who only come for Vézelay La Grande. The tasting room and vathouse now occupy the site of the village’s old petrol station. Where fuel prices once stood, the sign now proudly reads, “La Sœur Cadette.”
