COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Aligoté
PRODUCER
Joseph Drouhin
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Bourgogne Aligoté Joseph Drouhin 2022 is a white wine from the Burgundy AOC in France, made from 100% Aligoté grapes. Produced by Maison Joseph Drouhin, a family winery founded in 1880, this wine represents the potential of the Aligoté grape in its historic home. The 2022 vintage is noted for good maturity and aromatic qualities. Joseph Drouhin is committed to expressing terroir and employs rigorous specifications for grape sourcing and winemaking, with a focus on sustainable practices.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
12-13°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Aligoté is one of Burgundy's oldest indigenous white grape varieties.
Fact 02
It was once the primary white grape of Burgundy before Chardonnay's rise.
Fact 03
The wine often exhibits a characteristic 'gunflint' note.
Fact 04
Joseph Drouhin has a long history of championing Aligoté.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Bourgogne Aligoté Joseph Drouhin 2022 begins with grapes sourced from various parts of Burgundy. The grapes are crushed, and the must is clarified before alcoholic fermentation. Fermentation and aging are conducted in tanks or stainless steel for 6 to 10 months. This process is designed to maintain the wine's freshness and aromatic profile.
