François Lumpp ‘Clos des Vignes Rondes’ Givry Blanc, Burgundy, France 2023Franois Lumpp is one of Givrys most respected growers, known for elevating this southern Cte Chalonnaise appellation to the quality standards of its northern neighbors. Working with precision and respect for each parcel, Lumpp crafts wines of clarity and tension that reflect Givrys limestone rich soils and cool hillside exposures. His white wines, in particular, demonstrate that Chardonnay from Givry can rival some of Burgundys more famous crus.

TERROIR: Single vineyard: 'Is Crabilis

and Mediterranean cuisine

A serious non-alcoholic option for aperitif hour

praised for its floral

with a Rosé of Grenache as its flagship

light citrus

He carries forward the goals of empowering indigenous artists

APPELLATION: Rías Baixas DO

World Renowned Sommelier Tinashe Nyamudoka believes the best wines are representative of their region

France 2013

PAIRING: white wines

SCORES: 94 – James Suckling