Located west of the longest limestone secondary mountain ranges that stretch from Tournus in the north to Fuissé in the south the vineyards of Milly-Lamartine occupy the westernmost slopes of the Mâconnais' vineyards. It is unique in that it is influenced by the coolness of the higher altitudes of the Haut-Mâconnais of between 290 and nearly 400 m.
The vines grow in a diversity of soil types (limestone clay marls) depending on the plots. Exposure varies too ranging from northeast where it is cooler to southwest where the vines are more exposed to the sun.
The name "Lamartine" was added to the name of the village of Milly in 1902 in honour of the famous poet Alphonse de Lamartine who was mayor of the village and owned an estate here.

TASTING
Fresh delicate nose with scents of gunflint and menthol which mingle with notes of peach and apricot. On the palate this wine's body and aromatic complexity are balanced by the lovely freshness that is characteristic of this higher altitude terroir.

FOOD/WINE PAIRING
Taste this wine with simply prepared fish and seafood or with white meats and poultry grilled or served in a light sauce.