The 2021 Domaine Goisot Bourgogne Côtes d'Auxerre Gondonne Blanc is a beautifully refined and intensely mineral Chardonnay from one of Burgundy’s most respected biodynamic estates outside the Côte d’Or. Produced from organically and biodynamically farmed vineyards on limestone-rich slopes near Saint-Bris and Auxerre, the wine reflects the Goisot family’s meticulous low-intervention philosophy and the cool-climate precision of the Auxerrois. The “Gondonne” cuvée consistently delivers additional depth and structure, combining vibrant fruit with remarkable chalky tension and terroir transparency. The nose reveals preserved lemon, green apple and white peach layered alongside white flowers, wet stone and subtle hazelnut notes, giving the wine impressive lift and complexity.
On the palate, it is light to medium-bodied with vibrant natural acidity, layered texture and a tightly focused mineral core. Layers of citrus peel, orchard fruit and delicate savoury complexity are balanced by saline freshness and deep chalky tension, finishing long, dry and beautifully persistent with excellent precision and ageing potential. Careful lees ageing contributes subtle richness and texture while preserving the wine’s crystalline purity and energetic cool-climate character. The cooler 2021 vintage brings additional freshness and linearity, enhancing the wine’s finesse and mineral detail.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2021 Domaine Goisot Bourgogne Côtes d'Auxerre Gondonne Blanc is a superb cool-climate Burgundy Chardonnay — mineral, precise and beautifully composed with outstanding freshness and terroir detail. Perfect with oysters, grilled seafood, roast chicken, goat’s cheese or lighter cream-based dishes. Enjoy now with decanting or cellar comfortably through 2036+.
