Benjamin Leroux, Auxey Duresses Blanc, 2023

Benjamin Leroux’s Auxey-Duresses Blanc 2023 is a beautifully poised Bourgogne Chardonnay that combines mineral drive with a subtle, Meursault-like richness. Sourced from old vines and crafted to highlight purity and terroir, it offers a classic Burgundy profile with both precision and depth.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, it shows a bright, polished character with layers of white peach, citrus peel, yellow flowers, and a delicate touch of buttery toast. The nose is elegantly Burgundian, with nuances of nuts, smoke, whey, and vanilla adding complexity without ever overwhelming the fruit. On the palate, the wine is fresh, lively, and mouthwatering, yet carries a gentle, creamy weight that gives it real presence. Yellow stone fruit, lemon zest, wet stone minerality, and floral notes are carried by vibrant acidity, suggesting good development potential over the next few years while remaining very approachable now.

Production
The grapes come from three parcels — Les Hautés, La Macabrée, and Les Boutonniers — located in the eastern part of Auxey-Duresses, right next to Meursault. The vineyards are planted on white limestone soils, and the oldest vines are more than 70 years old, contributing concentration and character. Winemaking is focused on preserving freshness and site expression, with maturation mainly in large oak casks to avoid masking the wine’s fruit and distinctive terroir.

Food & Serving
This is an excellent match for intensely flavored fish dishes, rich shellfish, or seafood with a classic beurre blanc sauce. Serve chilled at around 10–12°C to bring out its precision and texture, and decanting is generally not necessary unless you want to open it up briefly before serving.

Producer
Benjamin Leroux is one of Burgundy’s most respected modern producers, known for his thoughtful, terroir-driven approach and refined style. Through both his own label and his long-standing reputation in the region, he has become a reference point for precise, elegant wines that express place with clarity. His work is widely admired for balancing craftsmanship, restraint, and depth.

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