Maison Roche de Bellene - Bourgogne - Chardonnay - White - 2022

Wine:

Fresh and refined, the 2022 Burgundy Chardonnay White is crafted from perfectly ripe grapes and showcases a vibrant minerality. Its delicate, pure, and crisp nose offers shell-like aromas interwoven with floral notes, all supported by a very subtle touch of oak. On the palate, it delivers smooth, tangy freshness with good density, while remaining light and easy-drinking—enjoyable now and over the next five years. A favorite of the Selection Committee, rated 92/100.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Fermented with indigenous yeasts. Aged in oak barrels. 100% malolactic fermentation. Fining and light filtration.

Color:

Bright clear gold.

Nose:

Delicate, pure and fresh, with frank minerality, shellfish accents mingled with floral notes, all accompanied by very restrained aging.

Palate:

Fresh and light, with bright fruity notes, this wine offers a Chardonnay with good density, smooth and tangy, ready to drink now and over the next five years.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Appetizers, cheese gougères, fish fritters, fish in sauce, with white butter sauce or simply grilled, goat cheese.

Cellar aging:

Starting today and continuing until 2030.

Roche de Bellene is a top-tier estate. Its founder, Nicolas Potel, crafts some of the most sensual wines in Burgundy. With very old vines, meticulous winemaking that respects each vineyard’s unique character, and subtle ageing techniques, every detail is finely tuned to produce wines of remarkable depth and precision, with genuinely expressive and generous fruit.

The current level of quality is nothing short of extraordinary, and Olivier Poussier is enthusiastic about each of these wines. Even the regional wines reflect an impressive commitment to excellence.