Bourgogne Chardonnay “Les Anges” Blanc 2023 – Stéphanie & Jérôme Depernon, Domaine Beauregard

Elegant, mineral-driven Chardonnay with smoky finesse and true Burgundian charm.

🍇 Heavenly Chardonnay with finesse

The Bourgogne Chardonnay “Les Anges” 2023 truly lives up to its name: a wine defined by angelic balance, purity, and finesse. What stands out immediately is the beautiful minerality, seamlessly intertwined with subtle smoky nuances and the soft, fresh character of white fruit.

The result is a harmonious, elegant, and perfectly balanced Chardonnay that showcases the true finesse of Burgundy — without ever becoming heavy or opulent. "Needs a moment to breathe. After 5 minutes, harmony is restored and delicate floral notes emerge. On the nose: yellow fruit, cream, vanilla, and toasted accents. More vanilla and butterscotch on the palate; a creamy, soft mouthfeel with mild mandarin bitters, a hint of menthol, and a superb finish of salty liquorice and mild white pepper that lingers long, followed by roasted almonds. The mouth-watering, refreshing finish makes it an excellent food companion. The new oak is pleasantly present. Everything is produced according to biodynamic principles, but without official certification."

Serving tip: don’t drink it too cold, or the layered finish will fade.

👃 Tasting Notes

Nose: white peach, pear, citrus zest, delicate smoky tones, and a hint of wet stone.
Palate: round yet fresh, with vibrant tension; the texture is silky but never creamy.
Style: Burgundian elegance with a subtle flint-driven signature.
Finish: fresh-mineral, pure, long, and incredibly precise.

🪨 Terroir & Vinification

🌍 Origin: Saint-Sernin-du-Plain & surrounding Maranges villages

🧱 Soils:

• Saint-Sernin-du-Plain: clay & sandstone
• Sampigny-les-Maranges, Dezize-les-Maranges, Paris-l’Hôpital, Cheilly-les-Maranges: clay-limestone

🌱 Eco-friendly approach:

• natural grass cover between the rows
• traditional ploughing for healthy, aerated soils
• strong focus on biodiversity

🌗 Working with the lunar cycle:

• Flower days: optimal aromatic expression
• Fruit days: extra freshness & vibrancy
• Descending moon: ideal for clarification, stability, harvest & bottling

🍇 In the cellar: minimal intervention; the wine sets the pace of its own ageing

🍽️ Food Pairing

This elegant Chardonnay pairs beautifully with:
🐟 Pan-fried or grilled fish
🦪 Scallops & shellfish
🥗 Fresh salads with citrus notes
🍗 Spiced or herb-roasted chicken
🧀 Mild, creamy cheeses

Best serving temperature: 10–12°C.

👩‍🌾👨‍🌾 About Stéphanie & Jérôme Depernon

Siblings Stéphanie and Jérôme represent the fifth generation at the family estate in Saint-Sernin-du-Plain, just 30 minutes south of Beaune.

Located between the prestigious Côte de Beaune and the charming Côte Chalonnaise, the estate benefits from a unique position and a richly varied terroir.

The family works with deep respect for nature, tradition, and biodynamic rhythms — resulting in wines known for purity, finesse, and balance.

⭐ Why This Wine Is a Smart Choice

• Elegant and perfectly balanced Bourgogne Chardonnay
• Beautiful minerality with a subtle smoky edge
• Pure, eco-friendly winemaking
• Full Burgundian class without Meursault- or Chassagne-level pricing
• Crafted by a family with five generations of heritage

🍋 In Summary

✨ Heavenly, elegant Chardonnay
🪵 Subtle smokiness & fresh tension
🌿 Nature-friendly farming & minimal intervention
🍽️ Extremely versatile at the table
🍋 Long, mineral, precise finish

Looking for a Burgundian Chardonnay with both character and finesse?
Les Anges 2023 is exactly what you want.