2024 Domaine Sylvain Morey Bourgogne Aligoté

Winery

Domaine Sylvain Morey is one of the most interesting estates in Chassagne-Montrachet. Sylvain Morey comes from a renowned wine family and worked at the family estate for many years before founding his own winery in 2014. He is now regarded as one of the prominent names of the southern Côte de Beaune. His style is characterized by precision, tension, and a deep respect for the terroir. Although the estate is primarily known for its wines from Chassagne-Montrachet and Saint-Aubin, the Bourgogne Aligoté also clearly demonstrates the seriousness with which work is carried out at every level. You can find more information about this winery in the Winery tab.

Origin and terroir

This Bourgogne Aligoté comes from Burgundy, where calcareous soils and a temperate continental climate offer ideal conditions for fresh and refined white wines. Aligoté feels particularly at home on soils of limestone and clay, as this combination provides tension, structure, and a lively minerality. At a domain like Sylvain Morey's, the emphasis is not on simple thirst quenchers, but on a wine that takes the grape seriously and clearly shows where it comes from.

Grapes and vineyard management

The wine is made from 100% Aligoté, a grape that was long overshadowed by Chardonnay in Burgundy but has been gaining increasing appreciation in recent years. At Sylvain Morey, it is all about healthy grapes, meticulous selection, and vineyard management focused on balance rather than maximum yield. As a result, the Aligoté retains its fresh acidity and lively citrus character, while simultaneously gaining sufficient concentration to be gastronomically interesting as well.

Vinification and aging

The vinification is aimed at preserving the freshness and natural tension of Aligoté. The grapes are carefully pressed and ferment under controlled conditions. Aging is carried out with great attention to texture and purity, without the fruit being overpowered by wood. A portion of the wine typically ages on the fine lees, giving the wine extra roundness and depth. This sur lie aging gives Bourgogne Aligoté more structure than you might expect based on the appellation.

Color, smell and taste

In the glass, the wine displays a clear, light yellow color with fresh reflections. The nose opens with aromas of lemon, lime, green apple, and white blossom. Additionally, notes of wet stone, a hint of white pepper, and occasionally some riper stone fruit are present. On the palate, the wine is taut, lively, and precise. The acidity provides tension and energy, while the fine texture prevents the wine from becoming too sharp. The finish is fresh, mineral, and remarkably long for a Bourgogne Aligoté.

Style and character

This Bourgogne Aligoté clearly demonstrates why the grape is undergoing a distinct revaluation. This is not a simple side white wine, but a serious Burgundy with freshness, tension, and subtle depth. Sylvain Morey's style is refined and pure, with more emphasis on precision and terroir expression than on richness or oak influence. As a result, this is a wine that comes into its own both as an aperitif and at the table.

Volume

The 2024 vintage is expected to align well with the fresh and energetic character that suits Aligoté so well. In a cooler, more classic style, this grape can display a great deal of tension and finesse. For a producer like Sylvain Morey, this is precisely an opportunity to create a Bourgogne Aligoté with precision and clarity.

Food and wine pairings

This Bourgogne Aligoté is an excellent wine with oysters, shellfish, grilled fish, and light starters. It also pairs beautifully with salads with goat cheese, sushi, ceviche, or classic gougères. Furthermore, its fresh acidity and mineral character make it a very pleasant wine as an aperitif.

Wine & Food Pairing and Discount

If available, you will find the official factsheet and additional information about this fine wine in the 'Attachments' tab. We will automatically send these to you upon ordering this wine. The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you come to collect the wine, you will often receive a nice discount. You will see your discount immediately when you select 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht, situated almost next to the A16 with ample parking. Click here for our address.

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