Joseph Drouhin : Côte de Beaune Village 2023

Characteristics and tasting notes of the Côte de Beaune Village 2023 by Joseph Drouhin

Tasting notes

Colour
The colour reveals a beautiful pale yellow hue with bright highlights.

Nose
The nose is both subtle and elegant, exuding delicate aromas of white flowers and citrus fruits, underscored by a mineral touch.

Palate
The palate offers lovely tension and an appealing volume. The fruity expression unfolds with refinement, carried by a refreshing acidity. The lingering, elegant finish extends into delicately buttery and saline notes.

Food and wine pairing

This wine pairs harmoniously with fish in sauce, seafood, poultry in cream sauce, and matured goat's cheese.

Service and storage

This 2023 vintage can be enjoyed now and will continue to develop favourably in bottle, ideally to be enjoyed until around 2030.

The elegance and authentic expression of a great white Burgundy

The estate

Founded in 1880 in Beaune, the House of Joseph Drouhin is an iconic figure of Burgundy. Now led by the fourth generation, the family oversees a vast estate spread across the entire region. A pioneer in environmental practices, the estate stands out for its deep commitment to organic and biodynamic viticulture. Recognised worldwide, it continues to uphold a philosophy centred on natural elegance and the pure expression of Burgundy's terroirs.

The vineyard

Sourced from the prestigious Côte de Beaune, this wine comes from a rigorous selection of plots. The estate cultivates its vines according to organic and biodynamic principles. The soils are tended through horse ploughing to prevent compaction and encourage root growth, while natural composts and plant-based preparations are used to stimulate the vitality of both the soil and the vine.

The vintage

The year 2023 began with a classic spring, spared from frost. The season was then marked by generous sunshine and summer heat peaks, allowing the grapes to reach optimal ripeness while retaining a lovely freshness, an essential characteristic of the region's great white wines.

Winemaking and aging

The grapes are hand-harvested using small perforated crates. Pressing is gentle and slow to extract the finest juices. Winemaking and aging take place in French oak barrels, with a measured proportion of new wood, allowing the brightness of the fruit to be preserved while adding subtle complexity to the wine.

Grape variety

Chardonnay (100%).