Bourgogne Chardonnay Côte d’Or 2022, Domaine Buisson-Battault

Affordable elegance from Meursault. Searching for a Chardonnay that exudes the rich complexity, texture, and prestige of Meursault while offering the accessibility and value of a regional Burgundy? The Bourgogne Chardonnay Côte d’Or 2022 by Domaine Buisson-Battault provides the definitive answer. François Buisson, a master winemaker in the heart of Meursault, demonstrates his expertise by uniting depth, silky texture, and mineral precision in his regional cuvées.

In the glass, it displays a bright, pale golden-yellow hue. The nose opens with multi-layered aromas of ripe orchard pear, fresh citrus zest, white blossoms, toasted hazelnuts, and delicate brioche. On the palate, it is broad, supple, and mouth-coating: a full, rounded texture featuring Meursault’s signature buttery notes, supported by a lively mineral undercurrent. Despite its generous weight, crisp acidity keeps the wine energetic and slender, leading into a long, subtly saline finish highlighted by toasted oak and vanilla nuances.

Key Highlights

• Terroir: 100% Chardonnay sourced from carefully chosen parcels bordering Meursault (Côte de Beaune) within the strict Bourgogne Côte d’Or appellation. Clay-limestone soils impart traditional Meursault density and mineral tension.
• Winemaking & Ageing: Aged for a minimum of 12 months in French oak barriques (20% new oak) with extended fine lees contact (sur lies) to build volume, complexity, and structural refinement.
• Sustainability: Traditional and artisanal cellar management prioritizing natural balance, soil integrity, and authentic terroir expression.
• Tasting Profile: Rich, silky, complex, and mineral-driven. Notes of ripe pear, citrus zest, white blossom, toasted hazelnut, brioche, fresh butter, subtle toast, and a lingering saline finish.
• Ageing Potential: Highly charming and accessible now, with the structural core to cellar gracefully over 3 to 5 years.

Food Pairing

• Fish & Shellfish: Outstanding alongside seared sea scallops (Coquilles Saint-Jacques) in beurre blanc, grilled lobster with citrus butter, and pan-seared turbot or halibut in mushroom reduction.
• Poultry & Meats: Excellent match for roasted Bresse chicken, classic veal blanquette, or pan-roasted veal chops in cream sauce.
• Cheese: Pairs wonderfully with soft, rich cheeses such as Brie de Meaux, Brillat-Savarin, or mild Chaource.
• Serving Suggestion: Best served between 10°C and 12°C in generous Burgundy crystal glasses to allow its rich texture and complex aromatics to expand.

The Terroir of Bourgogne Côte d’Or

The Bourgogne Côte d’Or appellation enforces stricter geographical and yield standards than generic regional Burgundy. Sourced exclusively from slopes surrounding the village of Meursault in the Côte de Beaune, the marl, clay, and limestone subsoils endow this Chardonnay with signature Meursault richness, buttery texture, and mineral persistence.

About Domaine Buisson-Battault

Situated in the center of Meursault, Domaine Buisson-Battault is a benchmark family estate with deep roots in the Côte de Beaune. Managed by François Buisson, the domain adheres to a pure, classic Burgundian style. His signature approach relies on extended maturation on fine lees combined with judicious oak usage, producing elegant, multi-layered wines of great character.