AUXEY DURESSES 2021 LAFOUGE "Les Hautés" White Burgundy Wine 75 cl

Description

Auxey-Duresses Les Hautés 2021: Domaine Lafouge’s interpretation of Chardonnay

Situated in the heart of the Côte de Beaune, Domaine Lafouge is a family-run estate based in Auxey-Duresses, Burgundy. Gilles Lafouge and his family carry on a winemaking tradition dedicated to expressing the local terroirs. The 2021 Les Hautés vintage illustrates the potential of the white wines from this appellation, which are still less well-known than some of their prestigious neighbours, yet capable of offering a remarkable blend of body, freshness and complexity.

Made from 100 per cent Chardonnay, this dry white wine benefits from a terroir where the limestone soils contribute to its aromatic precision. The 2021 vintage offers an elegant profile, characterised by the freshness and finesse of the fruit. The winemaking and ageing processes enhance the expression of the grape variety whilst adding texture and more indulgent nuances.

On tasting, the pale yellow colour with golden highlights is followed by an expressive nose of apple, pear and citrus, accompanied by white flowers. Notes of fresh almond, hazelnut, butter and toast gradually enrich the bouquet. On the palate, it is full-bodied and supple, with acidity that maintains balance and a mineral backbone that prolongs the finish.

This Burgundian white wine is particularly well-suited to gourmet meals. It elegantly complements fine fish, scallops, shellfish and poultry in light sauces. It also pairs well with mature goat’s cheese. To enjoy its aromatic richness without losing its freshness, serve it at between 11 and 13 °C.

Available in 75 cl bottles, Domaine Lafouge’s 2021 Auxey-Duresses Les Hautés will appeal to lovers of Burgundian Chardonnay seeking a dry white wine that is at once rich, precise and mineral.

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