Bourgogne AOC Aligoté 2021 Coche-Dury

What type of wine is it

Bourgogne Aligoté Coche-Dury is a white wine made purely from Aligoté, produced in Burgundy and bottled as Bourgogne. In this renowned region, Aligoté is a minor component among white grapes, with Chardonnay more prevalent. The profile is fresh and precise, with restrained persistence; the minimal intervention winemaking and oak aging with regular bâtonnage provide structure without losing vibrancy.

Where it comes from

It comes from Burgundy in France and is marketed as Bourgogne. It is crafted by Coche-Dury, with Aligoté production representing a small part of the estate’s white vineyards. Most vines on the property are devoted to Chardonnay, while Aligoté remains more marginal. The result is a white wine focused on clarity and finesse, staying true to the local character.

How it is made

The winemaking follows a minimal intervention approach, using techniques that preserve the purity of both variety and terroir. Pressing is extremely gentle, ensuring the integrity of the fruit and minimizing unwanted extraction. Aging takes place in oak barrels, partly new, offering structure without overpowering the wine’s profile. Regular bâtonnage increases aromatic complexity and palate texture, while preserving freshness and vitality.

Tasting notes

In the glass, this wine shows a luminous straw yellow color. On the nose, it opens with citrus and ripe fruit, then well-integrated toasted hazelnut notes. The palate is fresh and vibrant, supported by good acidity, making each sip lively and linear. Fruit and floral notes combine with a touch of minerality, leading to a clean, elegant, and persistent finish, balancing crisp acidity with the breadth imparted by oak aging.

Pairings

At the table, this wine suits dishes that highlight a taut but not thin white, capable of supporting delicate textures and moderate richness. Pairing with sea bass baked in puff pastry works well by contrast, as the wine’s freshness and liveliness lighten the richness of the preparation. It’s also suitable with goat cheeses, where its acidity interacts with creaminess and lactic notes, ensuring a clean and precise finish.

When to serve it

This is a white wine for occasions when you desire a precise and immediate profile, with evident freshness and structure refined by oak aging and bâtonnage. It fits occasions where you seek a wine to start or accompany a meal without weighing it down, keeping the tasting experience balanced. The lively good acidity enhances clear and clean sensations, while the citrus note and elegant persistence are consistent on both nose and palate.