One of the most admired villages of the Côte de Beaune, Puligny-Montrachet epitomises Burgundian grace, where precision meets texture. The Puligny-Montrachet Village 2023 - Domaine Albert Bichot - Puligny-Montrachet AOC follows this line of refinement. Made from the Chardonnay grape on chalky and fine clay soils, neighbouring Meursault to the north and Chassagne to the south, it delivers a luminous expression of the 2023 vintage. This dry white will appeal to connoisseurs seeking a straight, sculpted style that is both caressing and taut, enhancing gourmet tables without ever imposing itself. Food lovers will find a natural partner for noble fish, delicate seafood and high-quality poultry. The signature of Maison Albert Bichot, rigorous and precise, reads here like an elegant score, where each aromatic note—from white flowers to stone fruit—harmonises with grace. A vibrant tribute to the French art of living, made of restraint, balance and discreet radiance.

Assemblage et vinification

This Puligny-Montrachet Village 2023 is produced from Chardonnay harvested in the Puligny-Montrachet vineyards at the heart of the Côte de Beaune. It expresses the noble minerality and aromatic purity typical of the appellation. True to the style of Maison Albert Bichot, the ageing is handled with tact to preserve the character of the cru. It is generally around 14 to 16 months, with a proportion of oak barrels adjusted according to the vintage, to add definition and complexity without masking the wine's upright character. This patient approach refines the texture, rounds the contours and reveals a palette where freshness balances with measured softness. The 2023 vintage brings clarity of fruit and fine definition, offering an immediately appealing profile while retaining a serene potential for ageing. The result, precise and nuanced, illustrates accomplished know-how that respects the uniqueness of the terroir.

Notes de dégustation

• Robe : Bright and clear, evoking a crystalline purity that catches the light and announces a wine of great finesse. The elegant fluidity of the disc reveals well-tended, perfectly controlled material.
• Nez : Subtle and precise, it opens on white flowers, hawthorn and a touch of almond, then broadens with accents of apricot and candied fruit. A discreet mineral thread runs through, providing an airy elegance and a delightful sense of aromatic clarity.
• Bouche : The attack is round and perfectly poised, the matter unfolds with structure and harmony. The mid-palate, both caressing and dynamic, blends ripe fruit with a clear freshness. The finish stretches out long, driven by a fine salinity that stimulates the palate and invites food.

Température de service et conseils

Serve between 12 and 14°C in Burgundy-style white wine glasses to enhance texture and aromatic complexity. Opening the bottle a few minutes before serving helps release the floral and stone fruit notes. Store bottles away from light, lying down, at a stable temperature and controlled humidity. The wine is enjoyable young for its fruit vibrancy, but also offers a 3 to 5 years ageing potential, and longer if cellar conditions are optimal. Over time the cuvée will gain more developed nuances, where dried fruits and discreet honey enrich the mineral thread without diminishing the refreshing drive.

Accords mets et vin

• Apéritifs : fines de claire oysters, cheese gougères, grey shrimp, seasonal vegetable tartlet.
• Entrées : scallop carpaccio, sea bream tartare, delicate ceviche, white asparagus with a light sauce.
• Plats : sole meunière, roast turbot, monkfish with lemon butter, herb-roasted poultry, tender veal in a subtle creamy sauce.
• Fromages : young Comté, aged Beaufort, dry and semi-dry goat cheeses, slightly salted fresh Tomme.
• Desserts : thin pear tart, lightly sweetened, delicately candied citrus, white fruit pavlova with restrained sweetness.

Moments de dégustation

The Puligny-Montrachet Village 2023 Albert Bichot is the perfect companion:

• To elevate a gourmet dinner where precision and elegance respond to one another.
• As an insider’s gift for a lover of great Burgundy whites.
• For a celebrated occasion enjoyed with refinement, alongside delicate seafood-focused cuisine.

Caractéristiques

• Nom : Puligny-Montrachet Village 2023 - Domaine Albert Bichot - Puligny-Montrachet AOC
• Appellation : Puligny-Montrachet AOC, Bourgogne
• Type : Dry white wine, fine Burgundy wines
• Millésime : 2023
• Cépage : Chardonnay (100%)
• Degré d’alcool : refer to the vintage label
• Vieillissement : ageing generally 14 to 16 months, proportion of barrels variable by vintage
• Contenance : 75 cl, depending on available format
• Garde : 3 to 5 years and more depending on cellar conditions
• Température de service : 12 to 14°C