2023 Domaine Alain Patriarche "La Monatine" Bourgogne Blanc, Burgundy, France

ABOUT THE WINE
“La Monatine” is sourced from a single lieu-dit located just outside Meursault, lending the wine an elevated pedigree within the Bourgogne Blanc appellation. This 100% Chardonnay is fermented with native yeasts and aged in a combination of stainless steel and used oak barrels, allowing the wine’s natural purity and structure to shine through without overt wood influence. The 2023 vintage brings freshness and clarity, showcasing notes of white peach, citrus blossom, and subtle hazelnut with underlying saline tension. The vineyard is farmed sustainably, with an emphasis on low-intervention practices to protect the soil and vine vitality. The result is a wine that bridges everyday approachability with serious depth. Pair with seafood risotto, roast chicken, or a simple goat cheese tart.

ABOUT THE PRODUCER
Domaine Alain Patriarche is a small, family-run estate based in Meursault, with roots tracing back several generations in Burgundy. Alain Patriarche and his successors have remained steadfast in their commitment to traditional Burgundian viticulture, emphasizing minimal intervention, hand harvesting, and thoughtful élevage. The domaine is best known for its honest, terroir-driven whites that offer exceptional value and reflect the nuanced personality of each parcel. With vineyards mainly surrounding Meursault and Puligny-Montrachet, the domaine maintains a classic, restrained style that privileges clarity, mineral expression, and age-worthy balance.