Benjamin Leroux, Bourgogne Aligoté, 2024

Benjamin Leroux Bourgogne Aligoté 2024 is a fresh, characterful white Burgundy that shows just how compelling Aligoté can be in the right hands. Known for its bright acidity, mineral precision, and quietly expressive style, it offers a more vibrant, less obvious alternative to Chardonnay while still delivering real finesse. Benjamin Leroux has helped elevate this traditionally underappreciated grape into something seriously worth seeking out.

Tasting Notes
Pale straw in the glass, this Bourgogne Aligoté is typically taut and luminous, with a clean, youthful appearance that hints at its freshness. The nose is likely to be lively and direct, with citrus zest, green apple, pear, white flowers, and a subtle chalky or saline edge adding lift and definition. On the palate, it should be crisp and energetic, with racy acidity, a light to medium body, and a refreshing mineral line that keeps the wine focused from start to finish. Expect notes of lemon, orchard fruit, and a gentle herbal nuance, all carried by a dry, precise finish. While enjoyable young for its freshness, it can gain a little more texture and complexity over the next few years.

Production
The wine comes from Bourgogne vineyards where the cooler climate and limestone-rich soils are well suited to Aligoté’s naturally bright, linear profile. Benjamin Leroux is known for working with carefully selected parcels and attentive vineyard management, with harvesting typically done to preserve freshness and balance. Vinification is usually aimed at clarity and purity of fruit, allowing the variety’s natural acidity and mineral character to remain front and center.

Food & Serving
This is a versatile food wine, ideal with oysters, shellfish, goat cheese, grilled fish, salade niçoise, or simple roast chicken with herbs. Serve chilled, around 8–10°C, to best capture its freshness and precision. Decanting is not necessary, though a short time in the glass can help open up the aromatics.

Producer
Benjamin Leroux is one of Burgundy’s most respected modern producers, known for his thoughtful, terroir-driven approach and deep experience across many of the region’s top vineyards. After making his name in Beaune, he built a strong reputation for producing wines of precision, elegance, and transparency. His work has been especially influential in showing the quality potential of lesser-celebrated Burgundy grapes and appellations.

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