Description

Mâcon Uchizy wines are those produced under the Mâcon appellation within the commune of Uchizy. The designation was created in 2005, and covers just 106 acres. The Mâcon Uchizy title covers white wines produced exclusively from the Chardonnay grape variety. The vineyards are situated on the Easternmost section of the Mâconnais hills. They benefit from proximity to the Saône river, with air movement combatting frosts and hot summer temperatures. The vines are mainly planted on the hillside 790-985ft and are oriented to catch the morning sun. The soil alternates layers of chalk and marl across much of the commune. Around the village itself vines grow on a combination of clay and chalky, stony soils.