The 2024 Louis Jadot Bourgogne Aligoté is a bright and refreshing white Burgundy that showcases the lively character of Aligoté, Burgundy’s traditional second white grape alongside Chardonnay. Produced by the historic Maison Louis Jadot, founded in Beaune in 1859, the wine is sourced from vineyards across the Côte d’Or, Côte Chalonnaise and Mâconnais, with an emphasis on freshness, purity and regional expression. The nose is crisp and aromatic, revealing notes of lemon zest, green apple and white peach alongside white blossom, wet stone and subtle saline minerality.
On the palate, it is light to medium-bodied with vibrant acidity and a clean, mineral-driven structure that makes Aligoté such a distinctive alternative to Chardonnay. Flavours of citrus peel, orchard fruit and fresh apple are supported by chalky minerality and delicate herbal notes, while stainless steel fermentation and lees aging help preserve freshness and aromatic clarity. The wine remains dry, energetic and finely balanced throughout, finishing crisp and mouth-watering with lively citrus-driven length and subtle saline detail. The naturally high acidity of Aligoté gives the wine excellent food versatility and immediate drinkability.
Ben’s Recommendation: At Wine More Cellars, this Bourgogne Aligoté is an excellent option for customers looking for a fresher, lighter and more mineral style of white Burgundy without the richness often associated with Chardonnay. Particularly well suited to oysters, grilled fish, goat’s cheese salads, sushi, vegetable tempura or lighter seafood dishes. Best enjoyed well chilled while youthful and vibrant over the next 2–5 years.
