In the subtle light of the Burgundy slopes, the Bourgogne - Chardonnay 2023, Closerie des Alisiers embodies a clear vision of wine pleasure: a dry white sculpted around freshness and purity of expression. Carried by the know-how of Maison Stéphane Brocard, this Bourgogne AOC unfolds an aromatic thread as clear as it is evocative, where crisp pear meets delicate peach, and white flowers intertwine with fine citrus hints. It speaks to the drinker seeking clarity and balance, as well as the aesthete who values poise, conviviality and structure on the palate. Equally suited to a refined table or an inspired conversation, it charms by its immediate accessibility and precision, offering a luminous interpretation of Chardonnay. Between gourmandise and straightness, it presents a distinguished alternative to overly opulent whites and brings an added soul to every meal, with a contemporary spirit true to the French art of living.

Assemblage et vinification

This still white wine is made exclusively from Chardonnay grapes harvested in 2023, within the geographical area of the Bourgogne AOC. Closerie des Alisiers offers here a clear reading of the grape variety, focused on fruit clarity and balanced precision. The aim is straightforward: preserve the natural freshness and aromatic finesse of Chardonnay without embellishment, to deliver a direct and charming expression. The body, driven by an alcohol level of 13,5%, stretches with restraint, offering an amplitude perfectly supported by a lively backbone. Overall, it highlights rigorous selection and attention to detail at every stage, from the vineyard to bottling, in a spirit of authenticity and consistency. This deliberately purist profile celebrates the digestible, luminous character of the vintage and turns each sip into an obvious pleasure.

Notes de dégustation

• Appearance : bright straw-yellow, clear and radiant, announcing a frank freshness and a nuanced texture.
• Nose : an expressive bouquet of pear and peach, enhanced by delicate white flowers and a touch of citrus. The whole breathes clarity, with a precise and airy aromatic intensity.
• Palate : gentle, tender attack, fresh and harmonious progression focused on fruit. The finely textured body stretches into a clean, gourmand finish with lovely persistence and no heaviness.

Serving temperature and tips

Serve the Bourgogne - Chardonnay 2023, Closerie des Alisiers between 10 and 12°C in tulip-shaped white wine glasses to highlight the bouquet of white fruits and the wine’s liveliness. A few minutes of aeration are enough to reveal the full aromatic range. Store bottles in a cool, dark place, protected from temperature variations. This Chardonnay is enjoyable now, in the energy of its youth, and readily enhances both social moments and more intimate occasions where a clean freshness and a caressing texture are desired.

Food pairings

• Aperitifs : seafood bites, light gougères, sea bream tartare with citrus zest, vegetable tempura. Its clear liveliness opens the appetite and highlights delicate textures.
• Starters : sea bass ceviche, scallop carpaccio, salmon tartare, salads of fresh herbs and citrus. The lemony thread provides an elegant counterpoint to delicate flesh.
• Main courses : grilled or poached fish, shellfish, sushi and sashimi, world cuisine scented with mild spices. The fruit-freshness balance accompanies with tact and without overpowering.
• Cheeses : fresh goat cheese, matured crottin, young Comté, light tomme. The finesse of the Chardonnay converses with creaminess and highlights the salinity of pressed cheeses.
• Desserts : thin pear tart, citrus shortbread, lightly sweetened vanilla panna cotta. A gentle finish where freshness preserves the meal’s momentum.

Tasting occasions

The Bourgogne - Chardonnay 2023, Closerie des Alisiers is the ideal companion for:

• an elegant aperitif where you want luminous simplicity and natural elegance.
• a French-style dinner that celebrates fish, seafood and delicately composed vegetable dishes.
• as a thoughtful gift for any lover of precise, easy-drinking Chardonnay.

Specifications

• Name : Bourgogne - Chardonnay 2023 - Closerie des Alisiers - Bourgogne AOC
• Appellation : Bourgogne AOC
• Type : Dry white wine
• Vintage : 2023
• Grape variety : Chardonnay (100%)
• Alcohol by volume : 13,5%
• Ageing : information not provided
• Bottle size : information not provided
• Cellaring : information not provided
• Serving temperature : 10 à 12°C