Get to know: Domaine Emma & Christian Sorine Santenay Blanc En Charron 2024
A beautifully expressive Burgundy white wine from the sun-drenched vineyards of Santenay in the Côte de Beaune.
Tasting Note
Domaine Emma & Christian Sorine Santenay Blanc En Charron 2024 is an elegant Chardonnay that balances freshness with depth. Pale gold in colour with aromas of ripe stone fruit, white flowers, toasted almond, and a hint of minerality. On the palate, it’s medium-bodied and precise, showing flavours of yellow peach, citrus zest, and subtle flinty notes from the Maranges terroir. It finishes long and silky, with a persistent, mineral-driven lift. A refined, approachable Burgundy white that over-delivers for its price point.
Top food pairings:
- Roast chicken with fresh herbs
- Grilled sea bass or cod with lemon and olive oil
- Soft cheeses, particularly Comté or Brie
Kate Says
"This Santenay Blanc is sunny, rocky, and just a little almondy – perfect for a weekend lunch or to impress without breaking the bank."
Producer Info
Domaine Emma & Christian Sorine is one of Santenay’s historic names, with a lineage tracing back to Gallo-Roman times. Christian took over in 1990, Emma joined in 2009, and now their son Paul is bringing a fresh perspective. The Sorines focus on low-impact viticulture, meticulous vineyard care, and wines that combine youthful energy with real depth and typicity of Burgundy whites.
How it’s made:
- Varieties: 100% Chardonnay
- Hand-harvested to capture optimal ripeness and freshness
- Moderate pneumatic pressing to extract pure, clean juice
- Fermented and aged in barrels (25–40% new oak) to enhance complexity
- Short period on fine lees for added texture and richness
Good to know:
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Region: Santenay, Burgundy, France
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Style: White, still, medium-bodied
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Closure: Cork
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Vegan: Yes
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ABV: 13%
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Vintage: 2024
Why we love it:
This Burgundy Chardonnay delivers bright stone fruit, gentle citrus, and a mineral edge, making it versatile at the table. It’s an elegant, approachable white that pairs beautifully with seafood, roast poultry, or creamy cheeses, and is a great introduction to the Santenay appellation.