Domaine Charles Audoin "Vieilles Vignes" 2021 Bourgogne Aligoté

750ml bottle

12.5% abv

APPELLATION - Bourgogne Aligoté

SUB-REGION - Côte de Nuits

GRAPE VARIETY - 100% Aligoté

FARMING - Certified Organic, HVE

SOIL - Limestone and clay

VINEYARDS & VITICULTURE - From old Marsannay vines planted in 1923.

HARVEST & VINIFICATION - No lees stirring. Vinified in 500 L demi-muid. Aged 12 months in barrel without racking.

Brilliant pale straw colour with a watery hue. Delightful pear and lime aromas are complimented by hints of dried honey, wet stone, and mineral. Delicious pear, lime, and green apple fruits carry a beautifully rounded river stone like feel with notions of slate and mineral lying underneath. Excellent intensity and balance. Finishes dry with invigorating acidity and a long fresh, stony mineral laden conclusion.

Charles Audoin was instrumental in the exploration and development of Marsannay as an appellation worthy of recognition. Now in the hands of Charles' son, Cyril, this estate is preserving its traditions into the next generation.

The focus is on single-vineyard bottlings from Marsannay, showcasing the diversity of terroirs in this region. Farming is entirely organic with certification as of the 2018 vintage. The wines are elegant and refined, with the focus on clear fruit expression.