Domaine de la Roche Aiguë Hautes Cotes Beaune Blanc La Lave 2022

Domaine de la Roche Aiguë’s Hautes Côtes de Beaune Blanc ‘La Lave’ 2022 is a beautifully fresh, mineral Chardonnay that showcases the elegance of Burgundy with real precision. Sourced from a limestone-rich parcel in Baubigny, just 13 km from Beaune, it combines vibrant fruit, subtle oak influence, and a distinctly terroir-driven character. Crafted with traditional vineyard work and a restrained cellar approach, it offers immediate charm while carrying the understated prestige of a classic Bourgogne white.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, it shows a bright straw-yellow color with golden highlights. The nose is expressive and inviting, with citrus, crisp apple, white flowers, honey, and a delicate touch of vanilla from the oak. On the palate, the wine is fresh and focused, with juicy fruit at the core and layered notes of butter, honey, and wet stone. The texture is supple yet lively, making it especially appealing in its youth. Best enjoyed within the first 3–4 years to capture its full freshness and aromatic energy.

Production
The grapes come from a parcel in Baubigny, in the Hautes Côtes de Beaune, where limestone soils lend the wine its marked minerality and tension. Vineyard work is carried out in a traditional manner with close respect for nature, and the fruit is harvested with care before gentle pressing and fermentation. Winemaker Eric Guillemard then matures the juice in a combination of new and used barrels, adding subtle complexity without overpowering the wine’s natural brightness.

Food & Serving
This Chardonnay is an excellent match for roast chicken, veal, grilled fish, shellfish, creamy pasta dishes, and soft cheeses. Serve it chilled at around 10–12°C to preserve its freshness and mineral edge. Decanting is not necessary, but a short aeration can help open up the oak-spice and floral notes if desired.

Producer
Domaine de la Roche Aiguë is a Burgundy producer focused on expressing the character of its terroirs through careful, traditional viticulture and thoughtful cellar work. The domaine’s wines reflect the limestone soils and cool-climate freshness of the Hautes Côtes de Beaune, an area increasingly valued for its expressive and often beautifully balanced Chardonnay. Under the guidance of Eric Guillemard, the estate is known for crafting wines with purity, charm, and a clear sense of place.

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