The Aligoté from ancient vines at Lafarge is always a delight; the 2022 vintage is near the top of the range, with marvellous concentration and a fragrant aroma of gooseberry, green apple, and tarragon. The wine has abundant fresh acidity, but at the same time, there is impressive ripeness. Lafarge picked on 17 September. After fermentation on native yeasts, half in old barrels, half in concrete, it is finishing its maturation in large neutral oak uprights. This wine will drink on release and will continue improving for a decade if one has the patience to wait.(CC)

Picked on 17th September. Mid lemon, not much nose, some liquorice, a thick texture on the palate, lowish acidity for Aligoté and 12.8% alcohol. This was clearly a choice, but I suspect I might have preferred greater vitality from an earlier picking date. Drink from 2024-2027. Tasted Dec 2023.

The 2022 Bourgogne Aligoté Raisins Dorés has a very pure bouquet, quite entrancing, with scents of honeysuckle, quince and Japanese yuzu. Lovely definition. The palate is well-balanced with a spicy entry. It’s a lively Aligoté with a touch of pepperiness towards the finish. Delightful.(NM)