Saint-Aubin

Saint-Aubin lies wedged between Chassagne-Montrachet and Puligny-Montrachet – and delivers Burgundian Chardonnay of a similar caliber, without the famous name on the label and without the corresponding premium. Those who know and appreciate the great white wines of the Côte de Beaune will find the same style here at a significantly more relaxed price.

Louis Jadot is one of Burgundy's most renowned négociant houses – based in Beaune since 1859, today with its own vineyards of over 200 hectares and a reputation that extends far beyond France. The house style is characterized by precise vinification, controlled use of oak, and the desire to let the terroir speak for itself rather than overpower it. Saint-Aubin, with its limestone and clay soils, provides a rewarding terroir for this approach.

In the glass, the Chardonnay displays aromas of fresh almond, beeswax, and a hint of white peach. These are complemented by a fine minerality – a direct reflection of the appellation's chalky soils. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied with lively, but never aggressive, acidity; the texture is creamy enough to show substance, yet remains firm and crisp. The finish is delicately spicy and lingers considerably longer than the price would suggest.

• Food pairings: Pan-fried sea bass with herb butter, chicken with morels, mature Comté cheese or Gratin Dauphinois
• Serving temperature: 11–13 °C
• Drinking window: Ready to drink now, until 2027