2022 Pierrick Bouley Bourgogne Côte d’Or Chardonnay

Pierrick Bouley Winery

Pierrick Bouley is part of the new generation of winemakers in the Côte de Beaune, building on the family estate's heritage with a clear focus on precision and terroir expression. His style is pure and understated, with wines that emphasize balance, freshness, and detail. In the cellar, he maintains restraint, allowing the grape and origin to remain central.

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Region, climate and location

The Bourgogne Côte d'Or is the heart of Burgundy and is known for its chalky soils and cool, continental climate. This combination produces Chardonnay with tension, refined acidity, and a pronounced minerality. The 2022 vintage yielded ripe fruit, yet retained its freshness thanks to careful harvest timing.

Vineyards

The grapes for this Bourgogne Côte d'Or Chardonnay come from select plots within the Côte d'Or. The soils consist primarily of limestone with clay, which contributes to structure and a fresh, mineral undertone. Yields are deliberately limited to ensure concentration and purity. The vineyard is only 0.5 hectares, so it's no surprise that Pierrick Bouley wines are very rare.

Grape varieties and composition

This wine is made from 100 percent Chardonnay. The focus is on a clear expression of the grape, without over-extraction or oak influence.

Harvest, vinification and maturation

The grapes are harvested by hand and carefully selected. Vinification focuses on preserving freshness and precision. Maturation takes place with a modest use of oak, allowing the fruit and the wine's natural tension to dominate. Aging on lie contributes to texture and refinement without making the wine heavy. After bottling, the wines are always given additional time in the cellar to mature further before being released to the market.

Color, smell and taste

The wine has a clear, pale yellow color. The nose is refined and open, with aromas of citrus, green apple, and white stone fruit, complemented by subtle notes of blossom and a light chalky nuance. On the palate, the wine is taut and precise, with fresh acidity that creates tension and length. The texture is elegant, with a light creaminess that rounds it out. The finish is clean, fresh, and distinctly Burgundian in style.

Development and drinking window

This Bourgogne Côte d'Or Chardonnay 2022 is already appealing for its freshness and balance, but also has sufficient structure to develop further in the coming years. Expect additional complexity and nuance with a few years of bottle aging.

Summary of professional reviews

If available, you'll find the official fact sheet and additional information about this fine wine in the "Attachments" tab. We'll automatically send you this information when you order this wine. The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you pick it up, you'll often receive a nice discount. You'll see your discount immediately when you select "Pick up" at the checkout page. We're located in Dordrecht, right next to the A16 motorway, with ample parking. Click here for our address.

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