L’ALIGOTÉ

Bourgogne Aligoté (a protected appellation)

This is the pure natural expression of a little known varietal totally sulphite free from beginning to end..

Visits and tastings by appointment from Monday to Saturday.

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The Vines

Towns: Chasselas on the locality of “Champ des Voisins”
Grape variety: Aligoté
Surface area of the plots: 0.43 ha
Vine plant year: 2010
Soil: very pebbly sandy clay
Exposure and gradient: 350 to 360m above sea-level on a 10% east facing gradient
Environmental certification: HVE

Vinification

Harvest: by machine
Vinification: pneumatic pressing, cold static settling, spontaneous alcoholic fermentation (wild yeasts) in thermo regulated stainless steel tanks, spontaneous and complete malo-lactic fermentation
Aging: 5 months in thermo regulated stainless steel vats on the lees

Tasting

The colour is vibrant and a crystal clear pale gold. From the moment you open the bottle the expressive aromas of white peach dominate, delicately enhanced by citrus while in the mouth you have a lively, light and airy texture. The aromas of peach, lemon and grapefruit are expressed with subtlety, leaving room for a refreshing and thirst-quenching finish.
Aging Potential: perfect for drinking straightaway
Dish Pairings: Aperitif, sushi, seafood, grilled fish, sauce, terrine, uncooked or cooked pressed cheese (Reblochon, Cantal, Comté, Beaufort…), goat’s cheese

Awards and press review

To come…