Bourgogne Aligoté Les Marechaux Domaine Chavy Chouet, 2024

Domaine Chavy-Chouet’s Bourgogne Aligoté Les Maréchaux 2024 is a beautifully sculpted expression of Burgundy’s “other” white grape, crafted by one of the region’s rising stars. This is Aligoté in a refined, terroir-driven style, offering a vibrant alternative to Chardonnay while remaining unmistakably Burgundian. Expect a wine that is crisp, precise and gastronomic, made for those who appreciate purity, tension and finesse in their whites.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2024 Les Maréchaux shines a pale lemon color with subtle green reflections, signaling freshness and youth. The nose is bright and lifted, with aromas of lemon zest, green apple, white blossom and freshly cut pear, layered over more mineral-driven notes of wet stone, chalk and a gentle saline edge. With a bit of air, hints of almond skin, citrus pith and a light herbal touch (think fennel frond or chervil) emerge, adding complexity. On the palate, the wine is clean, linear and energetic, with a zesty acidity that gives it both structure and length. Flavors of crunchy apple, citrus (lime, grapefruit and Meyer lemon) and underripe stone fruit are wrapped in a distinctly mineral frame, with a subtle creaminess from lees contact that rounds the edges without dulling the precision. The finish is mouthwatering, saline and persistent, inviting another sip. While this Aligoté is crafted for early enjoyment and vibrant freshness over the next 2–4 years, its firm acidity and careful winemaking should allow it to evolve gracefully in bottle, gaining a touch more texture and complexity with short-term cellaring.

Production
Les Maréchaux is sourced from carefully tended vineyards in the heart of the Côte de Beaune, where limestone-rich soils with clay topsoils provide an ideal environment for Aligoté to express tension, minerality and aromatic lift. Domaine Chavy-Chouet works with sustainably farmed vines, harvested by hand to ensure only healthy, perfectly ripe grapes reach the cellar. The fruit is gently pressed and the must is allowed to settle before a cool, controlled fermentation, typically in stainless steel or a mix of neutral vessels to preserve freshness and varietal character. Aging on fine lees adds texture and subtle complexity without overt oak influence, resulting in a wine that is all about clarity, terroir definition and pure, focused fruit.

Food & Serving
This Bourgogne Aligoté Les Maréchaux 2024 is a natural partner for classic aperitif moments and seafood-driven cuisine. It pairs beautifully with oysters, shellfish, ceviche, grilled fish, sushi, goat cheese, fresh salads, tempura and light vegetable dishes, as well as charcuterie and simple tapas. Serve well-chilled but not icy, ideally around 8–10°C (46–50°F), to allow the aromatics to fully open. Decanting is not necessary, but pouring the wine into a slightly larger white wine glass and giving it a few minutes in the glass will help reveal its mineral backbone and subtle layers.

Producer
Domaine Chavy-Chouet is a respected family estate based in Meursault, with roots that run deep in Burgundy, uniting branches of the Chavy family of Puligny-Montrachet and the Ropiteau family of Meursault. Today, the domaine is known for producing precise, terroir-focused wines from some of the most coveted villages and lieux-dits in the Côte de Beaune. Under modern, quality-driven stewardship, Chavy-Chouet has earned a strong following among sommeliers and Burgundy enthusiasts for its combination of tradition, meticulous vineyard work and clean, finely tuned winemaking. The estate’s Bourgogne-level wines, such as this Les Maréchaux Aligoté, have become benchmarks for value and authenticity in the region, showcasing Burgundy’s character with clarity and finesse.