Bourgogne Aligoté Les Auvonnes au Pépé 2023 - Sylvain Pataille

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The wine Bourgogne Aligoté Les Auvonnes au Pépé from winemaker Sylvain Pataille is a refined tribute to the Aligoté grape, grown on a hillside vineyard at around 250 m altitude, planted in clay, marl and limestone soils. On the nose, the wine reveals delicate white florals, citrus notes (lemon, tangerine) and a subtle hint of toast or hazelnut from gentle aging. On the palate, it delivers lively energy: crisp acidity, a saline mineral thread, and fine structure—an Aligoté that transcends its varietal stereotypes and stands as a seriously crafted Burgundy-style white. This cuvée perfectly reflects Sylvain’s philosophy: terroir-driven, minimal intervention, and pure expression of fruit and stone.

As for the 2023 vintage at Sylvain Pataille’s estate, it is distinguished by well-managed ripeness and preserved tension. The climate that year allowed the Aligoté to mature fully without over-ripening or stress, resulting in a wine that combines expressive fruit with energetic freshness. The 2023 shows citrus confit, yellow apple, bright acidity and a strong mineral backbone that gives both drive and depth. It’s a cuvée that offers immediate enjoyment for its vibrancy, yet one with enough structure to develop gracefully over the next few years.

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