From a discreet terroir in the Côte de Nuits, the Bourgogne Aligoté « Clos des Perrières la Combe » 2022 by Thibault Liger-Belair offers a luminous reading of Aligoté. Here, the stone speaks first, enhanced by careful barrel vinification that polishes the material without ever weighing it down. This cuvée is aimed at epicureans after an elegant white, gastronomes who appreciate Burgundian uprightness, and collectors sensitive to expressions of place. The promise, subtle and joyful, can be summed up in three words: purity, precision, balance. On the palate, mineral energy answers the brightness of citrus, a saline thread stretches the finish and the satin texture signs a wine where the fruit expresses itself with distinction. A high-quality wine, both welcoming and refined, that brightens the moment and elevates the table.

Blend and winemaking

The cuvée is made exclusively from Aligoté, a traditional Burgundian grape prized for its natural freshness and aromatic finesse. True to the estate’s artisanal approach, the ageing in barrels was carried out with great restraint to bring complexity and breadth without ever dominating the terroir’s character. This subtle woody patina supports the structure, softens the edges and preserves the fruit’s brightness. The balances are sought with care, the right tension is maintained, and the wine gains relief over the months. The objective is to reach that clear line where density remains airy, where minerality stands as a signature, and where each sip evokes the limestone rigour of the place, like a watercolor drawn with precise strokes.

Tasting notes

• Appearance: Clear and luminous, with fine clarity, it announces a pure and straightforward reading of the variety, with a brilliance that invites tasting.
• Nose: A surge of fresh citrus, delicate zests, white flowers and damp stone, highlighted by a touch of fresh almond. The whole breathes, precise and vibrant, with a frank minerality.
• Palate: Clean attack, a taut and tasty mid-palate, elegantly satiny texture. The finish lengthens on an appetising salinity and a return of crystalline citrus, guaranteeing balance and distinction.

Serving temperature and tips

Serve between 10 and 12°C in Burgundy-style white wine glasses to express the aromatic finesse and mineral framework. A gentle aeration a few minutes before serving will help harmonise the citrus notes and the barrel patina. The wine is best stored in a cellar at stable temperature, away from light. Its precise structure and minerality ensure good ageing potential, with an elegant evolution that will gain in complexity. For gastronomic meals, consider preparing it in advance so it reaches its fullness at the table while retaining its intrinsic freshness.

Food pairings

• Aperitifs: gougères, comté tartlets, fish rillettes, thin slices of parsleyed ham.
• Starters: oysters, sea bass ceviche, scallop carpaccio, crunchy vegetables with fleur de sel.
• Main courses: grilled fish, delicate poultry in a light sauce, lemon risotto, refined Japanese cuisine.
• Cheeses: fresh goat cheeses, light tommes, young comté, milky cheeses without heaviness.
• Desserts: lightly sweetened citrus tart, almond shortbreads, gently balanced fruit pairings.

Occasions

The Clos des Perrières la Combe is the ideal companion:

• For a refined aperitif where conversation pairs with the wine’s freshness.
• During a gastronomic dinner focused on seafood and delicate textures.
• As a gift for an aesthete for someone who appreciates mineral expressions and superb balance.

Specifications

• Name : Bourgogne Aligoté « Clos des Perrières la Combe » 2022, Thibault Liger-Belair
• Appellation : Bourgogne Aligoté AOC
• Type : Still white wine
• Vintage : 2022
• Grape : Aligoté
• Alcohol content : not disclosed
• Aging : barrel ageing, duration not disclosed
• Volume : 75 cl
• Cellaring : drinkable now, with good development potential depending on conditions
• Serving temperature : 10–12°C