Tasting notes
Minerality, Acidity · Dry
Food pairings
These dishes match this appellation's flavour profile.
- Top pickChilled Cucumber and Smoked Salmon Terrine
Cool, saline salmon and fresh cucumber lift the wine's acidity and minerality; light body and modest fruitiness align with the dish's delicate textures and subtle smoky notes.
- Creamy Porcini Mushroom and Parmesan Risotto
Creamy rice with earthy mushrooms and savory cheese: the creaminess complements the wine's medium body while the minerality balances the umami notes.
- Spaghetti alle vongole with lemon zest
Light pasta with fresh clams and a drizzle of oil; the saltiness and citrus note enhance the wine's acidity and minerality, cleansing the palate between bites.
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- Confit poultry with citrus juice and fondant potatoes
Rich meat and tangy juice balanced by the freshness of the wine; the creamy texture and citrus notes echo its minerality and acidity.
- Fresh oysters with shallot and lemon vinaigrette
Saline creaminess and bright acidity that match the wine's minerality and crispness; the lemony finish cleanses the palate between each bite.
- Pike quenelles with lemon sauce
Soft textures and a light lemon sauce that enhance the wine's acidity and balance its minerality and low alcohol, creating a fresh and refined pairing on the palate.
Storage potential between 3 and 5 years
Currently drink vintages 2021 to 2023
Serve between 10°C and 12°C
Common varieties
Aligoté
Aligoté is a white grape variety traditionally cultivated in Burgundy, France. It produces lively and fresh white wines, with flavors of citrus, green apple, and lively acidity.