Domaine Pierre Morey Bourgogne Aligote 2022
A refined Bourgogne Aligoté 2023 from Domaine Pierre Morey, presenting a crisp golden hue and a lithe but generous texture, with bright citrus and green orchard fruit framed by a breath of floral charm.
Tasting
- Aroma
- citrus and green apple with floral lift
- Palate
- crisp, lively, mineral‑tinged
- Finish
- long, precise, delicate
Pairs with
- oysters
- fresh goat cheese
- seafood gratin
- light charcuterie
Vineyard & Cellar
- Vinification
- Grapes lightly crushed, gentle pneumatic pressing. Settling of must for 12 to 24 hours. Alcoholic fermentation and aged for 12 months in tank. Fining and filtering if necessary.
- Aging
- Alcoholic fermentation and aged for 12 months in tank.
From the Archive
All the vineyards from Domaine Pierre Morey producing Bourgogne Aligoté are located in the Meursault area in relatively deep, clay and chalk soils. Aligoté is a Burgundian variety (Kir is a traditional Burgundian aperitif made with Bourgogne Aligoté plus blackcurrent liqueur).
Bourgogne Aligoté is a dry wine, with a good acidity and a medium strength. Maturing is mostly done in tanks during 12 months, to promote freshness and ses notes fruitées. Usually, Bourgogne Aligoté is an early wine but coming from Domaine Pierre Morey, it can be kept for many years !