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RATED 5/5 ON TRUSTPILOTBourgogne Chardonnay ‘Instinct Calcaire’
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Flavours
Chardonnay
Elderflower
Lemon
Minerality
Nectarine
Peach
White Blossom
Brioche
Popcorn
Hazelnut
ChardonnayElderflowerLemonMineralityNectarinePeachWhite BlossomBriochePopcornHazelnut- Limestone-grown Chardonnay with white blossom and mineral lift
- Silky, rounded palate with nectarine, peach and hazelnut
- Only 2509 bottles, with brioche and subtle toast from oak
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About this Wine
Maison Les 4 Lunes’ Instinct Calcaire is a finely tuned Bourgogne Chardonnay from limestone terroirs near Saint-Aubin. With white blossom, hazelnut, brioche, and a creamy roundness balanced by mineral lift, it’s a small-production wine (just 2509 bottles) that captures both varietal charm and Burgundian elegance.
Flavour Profile
Floral and mineral, with white blossom, nectarine, peach, hazelnut, and a creamy brioche edge.
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Verified Trustpilot ReviewServing tips
Drink now for its fresh charm, or cellar a few years for greater depth and nuance.
Serve at
10-12°C
Half an hour out of the fridge
Drinking window
ready to drink and guaranteed to impress
Tasting Notes
Only 2,509 bottles. Saint-Aubin limestone, ripe fruit, subtle oak, pure finesse.
Limestone’s Whisper, Chardonnay’s Voice
From the first swirl, Instinct Calcaire hums with white flowers, ripe nectarine, and a nutty undertone that hints at hazelnut and brioche. The palate is silky, subtly toasty, and shaped by limestone’s precision — a perfect play of generosity and restraint. It’s the kind of Chardonnay that lingers with quiet authority, yet charms with easy deliciousness.
What’s in the Box
Every Bottle Carefully Wrapped
A little ritual of care in every box. Each bottle is hand-wrapped in our signature tissue, so opening your wine feels like unwrapping a gift.
Meet the Growers Behind Your Wines
Discover the faces, stories, and passions behind your wines. Our producer cards bring you closer to the people who craft every bottle.
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From elegant gift bags to wooden cases, you can elevate any bottle at checkout. Simple, thoughtful, and ready to impress.
The Plot
The fruit comes from limestone terroirs around Saint-Aubin, close to the Château. The soils deliver freshness and finesse, while vinification in 350L barrels for 12 months (15% new oak) adds just the right seasoning of toast and roundness. A short two-month rest in stainless steel sharpened the wine’s edges without muting its breadth. Richard and Guillaume of Maison Les 4 Lunes call this cuvée exactly what they hoped for — a clear vision of Burgundian Chardonnay.
Technical Details
Fermented and aged 12 months in 350L oak barrels (15% new), then refined for 2 months in stainless steel. Only 2509 bottles produced. Straw yellow in the glass with notes of toast, hazelnut, popcorn, and peach. A round yet mineral wine with understated oak — structured for drinking now or a few years’ cellar rest.
Wine Details
| Category | White |
|---|---|
| Producer | Maison Les 4 Lunes |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Region | Burgundy |
| Subregion | Côte de Beaune |
| Appellation | Bourgogne |
| Classification | Regional |
| Grape Variety | Chardonnay |
| Size | 75cl |
| Sustainability | Organic Principles |
| Serving Temperature | 10-12°C (half an hour out of the fridge) |
Why It Matters
The details that tell the story
Organic Principles
Grown with no synthetic chemicals and utmost respect for the terroir. Nature’s true expression in every sip.
Regional Classification
The gateway to Burgundy & a glimpse into the region’s charm. Humble labels, but incredible flavours.
Chardonnay
The crown jewel of white Burgundy. Elegant, textured, and endlessly expressive, from flinty Chablis to rich Meursault.
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Why Burgundy?
Burgundy has crafted legendary wines for over 2,000 years. The birthplace of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, it’s where every slope, village, and vineyard reveals its own voice of terroir.
You can grow vines almost anywhere, but only here is this magic bottled so beautifully.
There’s a saying amongst wine enthusiasts that all roads lead to Burgundy.
We say, why not start there...
What’s in the Box
Arrives like a gift should
Every Bottle Carefully Wrapped
A little ritual of care in every box. Each bottle is hand-wrapped in our signature tissue, so opening your wine feels like unwrapping a gift.
Meet the Growers Behind Your Wines
Discover the faces, stories, and passions behind your wines. Our producer cards bring you closer to the people who craft every bottle.
Discover Gift Options at Checkout
From elegant gift bags to wooden cases, you can elevate any bottle at checkout. Simple, thoughtful, and ready to impress.
Reviews
A few words from people who’ve opened our bottles
“Feels like a part of France has come into our home and given much pleasure.”
Verified Trustpilot Review“Excellent wines from small producers which you can’t find elsewhere.”
Verified Trustpilot Review“The service has always been personal and excellent.”
Verified Trustpilot Review“Great wines, very reasonably priced, and customer service is excellent.”
Verified Trustpilot Review“Ben is super friendly, knowledgeable and takes time out to make sure you are assisted personally.”
Verified Trustpilot ReviewFAQs
Clear details, so you can buy with confidence
Is this wine ready to drink now?
Yes. This is ready to drink now and should give plenty of pleasure straight away. Open it for its perfume, texture and charm rather than waiting for the perfect distant moment.
Should I buy one bottle or a few?
One to try, three if you want to follow it over time, six if you already know the producer or style. Burgundy moves quickly, and small parcels rarely hang around for long.
What if I’m not sure this is my style?
Use our live chat, or pop us an email. We specialise in Burgundy and are always happy to help. Our tasting notes are based on wines tasted by our founders and updated regularly, so you can buy with proper confidence.
How quickly will it arrive?
Fast. We ship every wine on a next-working-day service and dispatch Monday to Friday. At checkout, you can even choose a delivery day that suits you.
How is it packed?
Each bottle is wrapped in tissue before being carefully placed into our specially imported Italian boxes, tested to rigorous standards. We have literally dropped them from the first storey of our house. All our packaging is paper-based and recyclable.
Can I send it as a gift?
Absolutely. As standard, our wines arrive wrapped in bespoke tissue paper. At checkout, you can also add gift bags, gift boxes and notes.
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