2023 Joseph Colin Saint-Aubin Premier Cru Clos du Meix

The 2023 Joseph Colin Saint-Aubin Premier Cru Clos du Meix is a precise, mineral-driven white Burgundy that showcases the rising star quality of both producer and appellation. Sourced from a prized Premier Cru monopole in Saint-Aubin, this wine bridges elegance and energy, offering a refined alternative to the better-known communes of Puligny and Chassagne at a remarkably compelling level of quality. Its combination of tension, purity and subtle complexity makes it a standout for Burgundy lovers seeking terroir-driven character.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2023 Clos du Meix shows a pale to medium lemon color with a youthful brightness and green-tinged highlights that hint at its freshness and vibrancy. The nose opens with citrus – think lemon zest and grapefruit – layered with white flowers, crisp green apple and a touch of ripe pear, followed by subtle notes of chalk, wet stone, and a delicate framing of hazelnut and freshly baked brioche as it takes on air. On the palate, this is a finely etched, focused Chardonnay with a lively, mouthwatering acidity and a sleek, medium-bodied texture. Flavors of lemon curd, crunchy orchard fruit and white peach are wrapped around a core of saline minerality, giving the wine a very precise, linear feel. Gentle oak integration adds nuance rather than weight, contributing faint notes of toast and spice without overshadowing the tension and clarity of the fruit. While already approachable in its youth, this 2023 has the structure to develop further complexity over the next 5–8 years, gaining more honeyed and nutty dimensions with bottle age.

Production
Clos du Meix is a walled Premier Cru parcel in Saint-Aubin, set on limestone-rich soils with clay topsoil that naturally limit yields and accentuate mineral expression. The cool exposures and breezy hillside conditions help preserve acidity and aromatic lift, particularly important in a warmer recent vintage like 2023. Grapes are harvested by hand at optimal ripeness, with careful sorting to ensure only pristine fruit makes it to the press. Fermentation is carried out in French oak barrels, typically with a measured proportion of new wood, allowing for a slow, controlled élevage on fine lees. This approach emphasizes texture and depth while maintaining purity and precision, resulting in a wine that clearly reflects its terroir rather than the imprint of heavy winemaking.

Food & Serving
This Saint-Aubin Premier Cru shines alongside refined yet subtly flavored dishes that echo its freshness and minerality. Think seared scallops, poached lobster, grilled white fish with beurre blanc, roast chicken with herbs, or creamy seafood pasta. It also works beautifully with goat cheese, young Comté, or simple dishes built around seasonal vegetables and beurre noisette. Serve at 10–12°C (50–54°F) to highlight its tension and aromatic complexity. A brief 30–45 minutes in a decanter, or simply opening the bottle a little ahead of time, will help the wine unfurl its layers without losing its precision.

Producer
Joseph Colin comes from one of Burgundy’s most respected wine families, the Colin clan of Saint-Aubin and Chassagne-Montrachet, long known through the highly regarded Domaine Marc Colin. After years working within the family estate, Joseph established his own domaine, quickly earning attention for his meticulous vineyard work and a style that marries intensity with finesse. Based in the heart of the Côte de Beaune, he has become a key name in the new generation of Burgundy producers, emphasizing lower yields, careful picking dates, and restrained oak to let each terroir speak clearly. His wines, particularly from Saint-Aubin’s top climats, are now sought after by collectors and sommeliers who value precision, energy and a strong sense of place.

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