Chardonnay
75cl *12.5% * Burgundy, France
An Australian in Burgundy doesn't sound that out of place given the lengths which we travel these days, but an Australian making wine in Burgundy is almost un-heard of, well at least until Mark Haisma. Mark left Australia and Yarra Yering and made his way to Burgundy in 2007. From there he has won the French hearts and business began buying juice and wine and has now progressed to Mark having holdings of his own. Like many in Burgundy he is practicing low intervention and makes wines that have great energy and elegance.
The 2024 vintage was both challenging yet rewarding for winemakers in Burgundy. Mark Haisma's Sain-Romain blanc 'Le Jarron' showcases the potential for outstanding wine produced within these conditions.
An Australian winemaker celebrated for his wines of elegance and precision, Mark moved to Burgundy in 2007 after ten years at Yarra Yering. His wines are characterised by subtlety, freshness, and pure aromatics, reflecting the character of the vineyards he sources from; his approach to winemaking emphasises low intervention, allowing the wines to fully express their terroir.
16.5pts, Jancis Robinson: Negociant bottling. Tank sample. 'Transparent, filigree fruit that's obviously from a high site. Pure and well balanced with sufficient fruit. A little chalky-textured on the end. But it's a complete wine that should please those looking for intense refreshment rather than flattery. Drink 2026-2031'