Nicolas Maillet

Mâconnais Burgundy: mineral whites and silky reds from limestone soils.

Nicolas Maillet works in the Mâconnais, the southern reach of Burgundy where limestone-rich soils and a warmer continental climate shape wines of clarity and balance. The winery's Mâcon, a Pinot Noir, and Mâcon Igé, a Chardonnay, both achieve 89-point averages among prestige critics. The Mâcon-Verzé Rouge, built from Gamay, rounds the portfolio at 88.6 points. These are the wines of a region known for offering genuine Burgundian character—mineral-driven whites and silky reds—without the weight of the Côte d'Or. Wine Advocate, Wine Enthusiast, Wine Spectator, and Decanter have all assessed the winery's output. The Mâconnais style favors freshness and food-friendliness, qualities evident across Nicolas Maillet's range.