<div class="wrapper"><div class="container"><div class="hero-wrapper"><div class="heroImgWrapper"><img alt="Pouilly-Fuissé: Taste, Best Wines, Prices (2021)" class="heroImg" decoding="async" height="174" loading="lazy" sizes="(max-width:1024px) 93vw, 1028px" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/5fd3f5db372dd415c1dcb480_Pouilly-FuissC3A91.width-310.jpg" srcset="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/5fd3f5db372dd415c1dcb480_Pouilly-FuissC3A91.width-310.jpg 310w, https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/5fd3f5db372dd415c1dcb480_Pouilly-FuissC3A91.width-616.jpg 616w, https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/5fd3f5db372dd415c1dcb480_Pouilly-FuissC3A91.width-1028.jpg 905w" width="310"></div><div class="with-sticky-wrapper"><article class="article-wrapper"><div class="hero-description-wrapper"><div class="heroDescriptions"><h1>Pouilly Fuisse, Burgundy (10 Best Chardonnay Wines, Prices 2024)</h1><div class="author">by Anthony Zhang</div></div></div><div class="gupWrapper"><div class="mobile-gup"><p>The Pouilly Fuiss&#233; <a href="#the-pouilly-fuisse-wine-region:-vineyards-and-terroir">appellation</a> (pronounced - it is &#8220;poo-yee-fwee-say") is nestled among the beautiful rolling hills of the M&#226;connais region in Burgundy.&#160;</p><p>It produces only one type of wine - light and crisp Chardonnay with intense minerality and exquisite lemon flavors!&#160;&#160;</p><p>In this article, we&#8217;ll cover all about Pouilly-Fuiss&#233;, including wine <a href="#pouilly-fuisse-wine-characteristics">characteristics</a>, the <a href="#10-best-pouilly-fuisse-wines-in-2024-(including-prices-and-tasting-notes)">top Pouilly-Fuiss&#233; wines</a>, <a href="#pouilly-fuisse-food-pairing">food pairings</a>, and the region&#8217;s beautiful <a href="#the-pouilly-fuisse-wine-region:-vineyards-and-terroir">vineyards</a> and <a href="#a-brief-history-of-pouilly-fuisse">history</a>.</p><div class="calloutWrapper"><h3>Further reading</h3><ul><li>Discover <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/chardonnay-wine">8 Interesting Facts About Chardonnay Wine</a>.</li><li>Interested in Italian wine? Explore the diverse winemaking regions in this <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/italian-wine#link-4">Italian Wine Guide</a>.</li></ul></div><h2 data-toc-link="link-1" id="the-pouilly-fuisse-wine-region:-vineyards-and-terroir">The Pouilly-Fuiss&#233; Wine Region: Vineyards and Terroir</h2><img alt="All You Need to Know About Pouilly-Fuissé" class="richtext-image full-width" decoding="async" height="356" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/5fd25ad0d77f47a97efe7767_MC3A2connais-1.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p>The Pouilly Fuiss&#233; appellation lies in the <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/maconnais">M&#226;connais</a> region, south of <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/cote-de-nuits">C&#244;te de Nuits</a> (known for its Pinot Noir wines), <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/cote-de-beaune">C&#244;te de Beaune</a>, and C&#244;te Chalonnaise.</p><p>The appellation is known for its Chardonnay grape cultivation and is made up of the communes:</p><ul><li>Chaintr&#233;</li><li>Vergisson (home to the Roche de Vergisson)</li><li>Solutr&#233;-Pouilly commune (home to the Rock of Solutr&#233;)&#160;</li></ul><p>Famous Pouilly-Fuiss&#233; vineyards include Aux Chailloux and Les Vignes.&#160;&#160;</p><p>The fossiliferous limestone-rich soil is covered in alkaline clay (similar to the limestone soil in C&#244;te-d'Or) and is perfect for growing the Chardonnay grape variety.</p><p><b>Note</b>: Pouilly Fuiss&#233; should not be confused with the Pouilly Fum&#233; appellation in Loire Valley, which produces white wines from the Sauvignon Blanc grape variety.</p><h2 data-toc-link="link-2" id="pouilly-fuisse-wine-characteristics">Pouilly-Fuiss&#233; Wine Characteristics</h2><img alt="Though a Pouilly-Fuissé Chardonnay is a dry wine, it is refreshing and summery, with citrus and honey notes." class="richtext-image full-width" decoding="async" height="350" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/5fd25d6413428c6623bdb746_Pouilly-FuissC3A9-Win.width-800.jpg" width="700"><p>This elegant yet complex dry <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/french-wine">French wine</a> has emerald gold tones and a bouquet of floral aromas. On the palate, there are refreshing citrus and peach notes and a mineral taste.&#160;</p><p>Pouilly Fuisse wine has an alcohol content of 13%, delightful oak flavor hints, and a smokey aftertaste due to the wine&#8217;s old oak barrel aging. The barrel vessels are 3 to 5 years old, which ensures that the oak flavor in the <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/karlsson/2020/08/11/chardonnay-our-most-beloved-globetrotter-grape/?sh=f780456af7c8">Chardonnay</a> is not overpowering.&#160;</p><p>Pouilly Fuisse is often compared to Chablis Chardonnays.&#160;</p><p>However, there are major differences between the two &#8211; <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/chablis">Chablis</a> is unoaked which makes it far more acidic, while Pouilly Fuisse&#8217;s oak barrel aging imparts more body and buttery mouthfeel to the wines.</p><h2 data-toc-link="link-3" id="10-best-pouilly-fuisse-wines-in-2024-(including-prices-and-tasting-notes)">10 Best Pouilly-Fuiss&#233; Wines in 2024 (Including Prices and Tasting Notes)</h2><p>Here are the best wines from the Pouilly-Fuiss&#233; appellation:</p><ul><li><a href="#1.-2006-guffens-heynen-pouilly-fuisse-premier-jus-des-hauts-de-vignes-maconnais-france-(dollar110)">Guffens-Heynen Pouilly-Fuiss&#233; Premier Jus des Hauts de Vignes, Maconnais, France, 2006</a></li><li><a href="#2.-2018-guffens-heynen-pouilly-fuisse-tris-des-hauts-de-vignes-(dollar96)">2018 Guffens-Heynen Pouilly-Fuisse Tris des Hauts de Vignes</a></li><li><a href="#3.-2012-guffens-heynen-pouilly-fuisse-premiers-tris-(dollar72)">2012 Guffens-Heynen Pouilly-Fuisse Premiers Tris</a></li><li><a href="#4.-2015-domaine-leflaive-pouilly-fuisse-maconnais-france-(dollar81)">Domaine Leflaive Pouilly-Fuisse, Maconnais, France, 2015</a></li><li><a href="#5.-1996-hospices-de-beaune-pouilly-fuisse-cuvee-francoise-poisard-maconnais-france-(dollar130)">Hospices de Beaune Pouilly-Fuiss&#233; Cuv&#233;e Fran&#231;oise Poisard, Maconnais, France, 1996</a></li><li><a href="#6.-2018-domaine-leflaive-pouilly-fuisse-la-chaneau-maconnais-france-(dollar96)">Domaine Leflaive Pouilly-Fuiss&#233; La Chaneau, Maconnais, France, 2018</a></li><li><a href="#7.-2018-guffens-heynen-c.c.-pouilly-fuisse-maconnais-france-(dollar86)">Guffens-Heynen C.C. Pouilly-Fuiss&#233;, Maconnais, France, 2018</a></li><li><a href="#8.-2015-louis-jadot-pouilly-fuisse-(dollar35)">2015 Louis Jadot Pouilly-Fuisse</a></li><li><a href="#9.-2015-domaine-jules-desjourneys-pouilly-fuisse-vignes-blanches-maconnais-france-(dollar80)">Domaine Jules Desjourneys Pouilly-Fuiss&#233; Vignes Blanches, Maconnais, France, 2015</a></li><li><a href="#10.-2016-joseph-drouhin-pouilly-fuisse-(dollar38)">2016 Joseph Drouhin Pouilly-Fuisse</a></li></ul><h3 data-toc-link="link-6" id="1.-2006-guffens-heynen-pouilly-fuisse-premier-jus-des-hauts-de-vignes-maconnais-france-(dollar110)">1. 2006 Guffens-Heynen Pouilly-Fuiss&#233; Premier Jus des Hauts de Vignes, M&#226;connais, France ($110)</h3><img alt="2006 Guffens-Heynen Pouilly-Fuissé Premier Jus des Hauts de Vignes, Mâconnais, France" class="richtext-image full-width" decoding="async" height="533" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/2006-Guffens-Heynen-Pouilly-Fuisse-Premier-Jus.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p>This <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/white-wine">white wine</a> is exuberant and buttery, with citrus fruit and oak flavor undertones. It is a well-balanced wine with the perfect combination of acidity and softness.&#160;</p><h3 data-toc-link="link-7" id="2.-2018-guffens-heynen-pouilly-fuisse-tris-des-hauts-de-vignes-(dollar96)">2. 2018 Guffens-Heynen Pouilly-Fuisse Tris des Hauts de Vignes ($96)</h3><img alt="2018 Guffens-Heynen Pouilly-Fuisse Tris des Hauts de Vignes" class="richtext-image full-width" decoding="async" height="533" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/2018-Guffens-Heynen-Pouilly-Fuisse-Tris-des-Ha.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p>Here is another delicious Pouilly Fuisse wine from the vineyard of Guffens-Heyen. It is a beautiful white wine, with rich aromas of hazelnut, buttery vanilla, and toasted nuts. The palate bursts open with delicious pear and peach flavors.&#160;</p><h3 data-toc-link="link-8" id="3.-2012-guffens-heynen-pouilly-fuisse-premiers-tris-(dollar72)">3. 2012 Guffens-Heynen Pouilly-Fuisse Premiers Tris ($72)</h3><img alt="2012 Guffens-Heynen Pouilly-Fuisse Premiers Tris" class="richtext-image full-width" decoding="async" height="533" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/2012-Guffens-Heynen-Pouilly-Fuisse-Premiers-Tr.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p>This wine is one of the best examples of what winemakers can do with a Chardonnay grape!&#160;</p><p>It offers smoky aromas with hints of dry honey and a fruity bouquet of citrus grace, pear, and white fruits.&#160;</p><h3 data-toc-link="link-9" id="4.-2015-domaine-leflaive-pouilly-fuisse-maconnais-france-(dollar81)">4. 2015 Domaine Leflaive Pouilly-Fuiss&#233; M&#226;connais, France ($81)</h3><img alt="2015 Domaine Leflaive Pouilly-Fuissé Mâconnais, France" class="richtext-image full-width" decoding="async" height="533" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/2015-Domaine-Leflaive-Pouilly-Fuisse-Maconnais.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p>This Southern Burgundy wine is dry and oaky, a classic expression of Pouilly-Fuiss&#233; wine.&#160;</p><p>This Chardonnay is buttery but fresh, with hints of lemon, grapefruit, and toasted nuts. It is fruity, well-balanced, and a treat for any white wine lover.&#160;</p><h3 data-toc-link="link-10" id="5.-1996-hospices-de-beaune-pouilly-fuisse-cuvee-francoise-poisard-maconnais-france-(dollar130)">5. 1996 Hospices de Beaune Pouilly-Fuiss&#233; Cuv&#233;e Fran&#231;oise Poisard, M&#226;connais, France ($130)</h3><img alt="1996 Hospices de Beaune Pouilly-Fuissé Cuvée Françoise Poisard, Mâconnais, France" class="richtext-image full-width" decoding="async" height="533" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/1996-Hospices-de-Beaune-Pouilly-Fuisse-Cuvee-F.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p>The Hospices de Beaune winery has created a Chardonnay wine with a lovely straw gold color. The palate strikes a perfect balance between fresh fruit and delicate acidity. It has fruity aromas of lime, white flowers, and honey, complemented by the wine&#8217;s mineral taste.</p><h3 data-toc-link="link-11" id="6.-2018-domaine-leflaive-pouilly-fuisse-la-chaneau-maconnais-france-(dollar96)">6. 2018 Domaine Leflaive Pouilly-Fuiss&#233; La Chaneau, M&#226;connais, France ($96)</h3><img alt="2018 Domaine Leflaive Pouilly-Fuissé La Chaneau, Mâconnais, France" class="richtext-image full-width" decoding="async" height="533" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/2018-Domaine-Leflaive-Pouilly-Fuisse-La-Chanea.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p>This is a sharply acidic white Burgundy wine with a nose of green apple and lemon. It is fresh and complex with vibrant Chardonnay fruit flavors and a lingering minerality.</p><h3 data-toc-link="link-12" id="7.-2018-guffens-heynen-c.c.-pouilly-fuisse-maconnais-france-(dollar86)">7. 2018 Guffens-Heynen C.C. Pouilly-Fuiss&#233;, M&#226;connais, France ($86)</h3><img alt="2018 Guffens-Heynen C.C. Pouilly-Fuissé, Mâconnais, France" class="richtext-image full-width" decoding="async" height="533" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/2018-Guffens-Heynen-C-C-Pouilly-Fuisse-Maconna.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p>This Pouilly-Fuiss&#233; wine is a textbook <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/white-burgundy-wine">Burgundy white</a> with a pale yellow color. Like most Pouilly-Fuiss&#233;s&#8217;, it is well-balanced and subtly buttery with a nose of white fruits.</p><h3 data-toc-link="link-13" id="8.-2015-louis-jadot-pouilly-fuisse-(dollar35)">8. 2015 Louis Jadot Pouilly-Fuisse ($35)</h3><img alt="2015 Louis Jadot Pouilly-Fuisse" class="richtext-image full-width" decoding="async" height="533" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/2015-Louis-Jadot-Pouilly-Fuisse.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p>This Maison Louis Jadot wine is a classic expression of Burgundy Chardonnay. Aged for 6 months in an oak barrel, the palate bursts open with a mouth-watering yellow fruit flavor while the nose offers delicate aromas of citrus grace, oak, and vanilla. Try this Chardonnay with a creamy fish dish.</p><h3 data-toc-link="link-14" id="9.-2015-domaine-jules-desjourneys-pouilly-fuisse-vignes-blanches-maconnais-france-(dollar80)">9. 2015 Domaine Jules Desjourneys Pouilly-Fuiss&#233; Vignes Blanches, Maconnais, France ($80)</h3><img alt="2015 Domaine Jules Desjourneys Pouilly-Fuissé Vignes Blanches, Maconnais, France" class="richtext-image full-width" decoding="async" height="533" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/2015-Domaine-Jules-Desjourneys-Pouilly-Fuisse-.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p>This white Burgundy wine is beautiful to look at - pale yellow with emerald gold tones - and a joy to drink! It has a fragrant nose, with white flowers and earthy hints. It has excellent texture and goes down easily.&#160;</p><p>This Pouilly-Fuiss&#233; has a palate of vibrant Chardonnay fruit flavors and a hint of minerality.&#160;</p><h3 data-toc-link="link-15" id="10.-2016-joseph-drouhin-pouilly-fuisse-(dollar38)">10. 2016 Joseph Drouhin Pouilly-Fuisse ($38)</h3><img alt="2016 Joseph Drouhin Pouilly-Fuisse" class="richtext-image full-width" decoding="async" height="533" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/2016-Joseph-Drouhin-Pouilly-Fuisse.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p>This 2016 vintage was partly aged in a stainless steel tank and an old oak barrel for about eight months. The resulting wine is lightly oaked with delicate yellow fruit flavors. You&#8217;ll also notice buttered brioche notes and a mineral taste. Try this wine with a tray of creamy cheeses.</p><h2 data-toc-link="link-4" id="pouilly-fuisse-food-pairing">Pouilly-Fuiss&#233; Food Pairing&#160;</h2><img alt="Pairing the right dishes with Pouilly-Fuissé can really heighten the experience of drinking this French wine. " class="richtext-image full-width" decoding="async" height="449" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/5fd2615f12a45134c4dae7b3_wine-pairing-.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p>Pairing the right dishes with this French wine can really enhance its qualities.&#160;</p><p>Pouilly-Fuiss&#233;&#8217;s minerality makes it a great pair to various fish dishes, including shellfish, king prawns, and crays. It also goes well with creamy cheeses and white meat.&#160;</p><h2 data-toc-link="link-5" id="a-brief-history-of-pouilly-fuisse">A Brief History of Pouilly-Fuiss&#233;&#160;</h2><img alt="In the early 1800s, scholars put Pouilly-Fuisse wines on par with great wines like Meursault and Montrachet." class="richtext-image full-width" decoding="async" height="525" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/5fd25cb8885ac5ace083e93f_Pouilly-FuissC3A9.width-800.jpg" width="700"><p>In the early 1800s, scholars put Pouilly-Fuisse wines on a par with the great wines of Meursault and <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/montrachet-wine">Montrachet</a>.</p><p>In the beginning of the 20th century, Pouilly-Fuisse made one consolidated region with Pouilly-Fuiss&#233;, Pouilly-Loche. But it became autonomous once it was granted AOC status in 1936.&#160;&#160;</p><p>The quality of Pouilly-Fuiss&#233; plummeted in the 1980s and 1990s due to a lack of effort by <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/jillbarth/2020/04/08/burgundy-winemakers-say-the-vine-continues-this-spring-despite-social-distancing/?sh=43da57877522">winemakers</a>. This led to a sharp decline in the wine&#8217;s reputation.&#160;</p><p>But in the 2000s, the Southern Burgundy wine made a comeback with improved quality.&#160;</p><p>The caliber of the wine was almost entirely dependent on the winery. Some Pouilly-Fuiss&#233;&#8217;s turned out to be excellent examples of Burgundy Chardonnay, while others were weak and acidic.&#160;</p><p>In 2010, the Pouilly-Fuiss&#233; AOC applied to become a <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/premier-cru">Premier Cru designation</a>.&#160;</p><p>Thanks to the efforts of the winemakers, some Pouilly-Fuisse vineyard sites were given Premier Cru status in September 2021. (Premier Cru is the second-highest classification for regional wines in Burgundy after Grand Cru.)</p><p>Now, the Pouilly-Fuiss&#233; AOC has over 20 Premier Cru vineyards that consist of nearly 200 hectares of Chardonnay vine plantings.&#160;</p><h2 id="sip-on-a-delicious-glass-of-pouilly-fuisse-today">Sip On A Delicious Glass Of Pouilly Fuisse Today</h2><img alt="Pouilly-Fuisse wines have some oak, but they’re less earthy than Chablis" class="richtext-image full-width" decoding="async" height="525" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/5fd70d6c603e1d46d0d99a40_unoaked-vs-oaked-char.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p>Pouilly-Fuiss&#233; is a delightful and refreshing wine that appeals to both wine experts and casual wine drinkers. It goes perfectly alongside a lovely, light seafood lunch.&#160;</p><p><i>But do these regional wines offer any investment potential?</i></p><p>Although Pouilly-Fuiss&#233;&#8217;s have decent aging potential, these Chardonnays are not investment-grade wines yet.&#160;</p><p>But it is of equal importance to keep your eye on Pouilly-Fuiss&#233; wines for the future - mainly since it gained Premier Cru status back in 2021.&#160;</p><p>Meanwhile, if you want to invest in other fine wines, consider partnering with a trusted wine investment company like <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/"><b>Vinovest</b></a><b>. </b>Visit the website today to get more company info and sign up for promotional emails.</p><p>Vinovest&#8217;s expert customer service team can help you find the right white, rose, or red wine bottles for your collection and handle the<b> storage</b>, <b>authentication,</b> and <b>selling </b>on your behalf.&#160;</p><p>Additionally, whether you&#8217;re located in New Zealand, South Australia, the United States, or the United Kingdom, <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/">Vinovest</a> offers delivery right to your doorstep. </p></div></div></article></div></div></div></div><div class="related-wrapper"><div class="related-container"><h3>Related Articles</h3><div class="article-cards-wrapper"><a class="article-card-wrapper" href="/blog/aldo-conterno-wine"><img alt="6038ec2a0382d62cbcc9bf0f_hero%20(24).jpg" class="cardOfArticleImage" decoding="async" height="187" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/6038ec2a0382d62cbcc9bf0f_hero2024.width-280.jpg" width="280"><div class="wrap "><h2 class="cardOfArticleTitle ">Aldo Conterno - Wine Styles, Prices, Best Wines (2024)</h2><div class="author ">by Anthony Zhang</div></div></a><a class="article-card-wrapper" href="/blog/grahams-port"><img alt="603bdc5131e82408694a979e_grahams-port-hero.jpg" class="cardOfArticleImage" decoding="async" height="187" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/603bdc5131e82408694a979e_grahams-port-hero.width-280.jpg" width="280"><div class="wrap "><h2 class="cardOfArticleTitle ">Graham&#x27;s Port - Vineyards, Winemaking, Best Wines (2024)</h2><div class="author ">by Anthony Zhang</div></div></a></div></div></div>

Take a tour of the beautiful Pouilly Fuisse appellation and discover its 10 best wines, food pairings, vineyards, and history.