AUXEY DURESSES White 2023 "les Hautés" Domaine LAFOUGE 75 cl

Description

Auxey-Duresses ‘Les Hautés’ 2023: the finesse of Burgundian Chardonnay

With this 2023 Auxey-Duresses Blanc, Domaine Lafouge has produced a cuvée that epitomises the style of the great terroirs of the Côte de Beaune. The Auxey-Duresses appellation, situated in Burgundy, produces white wines in which the freshness of Chardonnay is expressed with precision and elegance. The 2023 ‘Les Hautés’ vintage reveals a luminous aromatic profile, dominated by white fruits, citrus and white flowers. Mineral nuances linger on the palate and emphasise the wine’s character.

Visually, its bright pale yellow colour heralds a fresh and expressive wine. The nose opens with notes of apple, pear and lemon, with a delicate floral touch. On the palate, the lively attack gives way to a balanced body, supported by refreshing acidity and a lingering mineral finish. This dry Chardonnay thus combines richness and structure without losing its elegance.

To fully appreciate its qualities, serve it at around 11 to 12 °C. It pairs well with oysters, a seafood platter, pan-fried scallops or roasted fish. It also goes well with poultry in a creamy sauce or certain goat’s-milk cheeses.

Domaine Lafouge offers a wonderful opportunity to discover the Auxey-Duresses appellation in an accessible and gastronomic style. This wine can be enjoyed now or laid down for a few years under the right conditions.