Jerome Chezeaux Bourgogne-Aligote 2023

Jérôme Chézeaux, a producer renowned for his precise and traditional approach in Nuits-St.-Georges, treats this “other” white grape with the same reverence as his Premier Cru reds.

The 2023 vintage comes from a tiny 0.8-hectare parcel of old vines in the village of Prémeaux-Prissey. Vinified entirely in stainless steel to preserve its crystalline purity, this wine is the antithesis of the oaky style. It opens with an expressive bouquet of white flowers, lemon zest, and a distinct flinty minerality that reflects the limestone-heavy soils of the region. On the palate, it’s zesty and vibrant with an ample cut of acidity that makes it incredibly food-friendly.

Forget the Kir—this is a serious, terroir-driven white that holds its own at the dinner table. It’s exactly what we want to be drinking alongside a dozen oysters, grilled sardines, or even a simple roast chicken. A fantastic value for anyone looking to explore the leaner, more athletic side of Burgundian white wine.