Domaine Sylvain PATAILLE - Bourgogne Aligoté 2023
Located in Marsannay-la-Côte, north of the Côte de Nuits, Domaine Sylvain Pataille has established itself over the years as one of the most respected names in contemporary Burgundy. A trained oenologist and passionate winemaker, Sylvain Pataille manages his vineyard biodynamically, with meticulous attention to soil health and the purity of the grapes. His wines, of exemplary precision and sincerity, faithfully reflect the nuances of each terroir.
The 2023 Bourgogne Aligoté perfectly illustrates this philosophy. Made from old vines planted in clay-limestone soils, it benefits from meticulous winemaking: gentle pressing, natural fermentation with indigenous yeasts, and aging on fine lees in vats and old barrels, without excessive oak influence. The 2023 vintage, both sunny and balanced, yielded grapes of great ripeness while retaining the vibrant acidity characteristic of the Aligoté grape.
On the nose, this wine seduces with its aromatic freshness, mingling notes of candied lemon, crisp pear, and white flowers, enhanced by a touch of flint. On the palate, the attack is lively and taut, with a beautiful saline and chalky texture. The aromas of citrus and white-fleshed fruit linger with remarkable precision, supported by a delicate bitterness and vibrant energy. The long, chiseled finish leaves an impression of purity and balance.
This 2023 Bourgogne Aligoté is ideal as an aperitif, but it also pairs brilliantly with seafood, oysters, sea bream ceviche, or fresh goat cheese. Its freshness and vibrancy make it a wine for immediate enjoyment, while also possessing the structure to age gracefully for a few years in the cellar.
Grape variety: 100% Aligoté
