Bourgogne Aligote

2006 Maréchal Catherine et Claude Bourgogne Aligote

By on November 30, 2008 #asides

Apparently made in a ‘hyperoxigenated’ way. Medium yellow. The first aromas are high-toned over a base of fruit that reminds me of pinot blanc. In the mouth it starts a little spritzy but slowly became softer in the glass. Blind, I didn’t guess aligoté. Reasonably long, relatively light bodied but with good balance.

2006 Roulot Guy Bourgogne Aligote

By on June 30, 2008 #asides

Maybe it was because I was just back from a 10 mile run, but this is/was a wonderfully refreshing drink. Soft and high-toned. Perfect balance and reasonably concentrated in the mouth – the acidity plays wonderfully across the tongue. On the negative side it’s rather simple for its price-tag – all the Roulot Bourgognes are priced above their quality level now – but it is a super drink.

2001 Coche-Dury Bourgogne Aligote

By on July 31, 2006 #asides

Medium yellow. The nose is deep with a little width. The fruit impression is of a rather rubbery banana effect – actually better than it sounds. The palate has some density, very good acidity and (once more) the banana/rubber theme – this time with the rubber in the ascendancy. Interesting to drink on it’s own but a little wearing, however, this wine really complimented a wide range of dishes – truly a food-loving wine. Interesting and very good value at €20 in a restaurant (Ma Cuisine).

2002 Arnoux Robert Bourgogne Aligote

By on February 28, 2006 #asides

Quite a deep yellow. The nose is tight but not so deep. The palate is bold and has quite some concentration, though is rather harsh. It’s long finishing, but is certainly not an easy drinking style. Went only ‘okay’ with langoustines, but rather well with Brillat-Savarin.

1998 Morey Pierre Bourgogne Aligote

By on June 30, 2003 #asides

Pale yellow. The nose shows a little fat and is quite citrussy. Lovely lemony palate with excellent acidity which manages to push the finish a little longer. Simple, but lovely on a hot afternoon.

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