2023 Bourgogne, Les Pellans, Domaine Pierre Vincent, Burgundy

Chardonnay is arguably the most versatile white grape variety in the world. Grown globally and beloved for its adaptability, it can produce wines that range from crisp and mineral to rich and opulent. It thrives in a wide range of soils but performs best in limestone-rich terroirs, such as those found in Chablis, Champagne, and the Côte d'Or.

In the Burgundy hierarchy, “Bourgogne” denotes the entry level of the classification system. This is a so-called “regional” appellation, theoretically covering the entire vineyard area of Burgundy. This is distinct from the more geographically precise village-level, Premier Cru and Grand Cru designations. The two most common Bourgogne-level wines are Bourgogne Blanc (“White Burgundy”) and Bourgogne Rouge (“Red Burgundy”).

Domaine Pierre Vincent is a wine estate based in Auxey-Duresses in Burgundy’s Côte de Beaune. The domaine is named after and run by winemaker Pierre Vincent, who is well known for his work at Domaine de la Vougeraie and Domaine Leflaive. This project is a collaboration between Pierre and his friends, Hervé Kratiroff and Eric Versini. In 2023, they acquired the estate, previously known as Domaine des Terres de Velle; their inaugural vintage was 2023.