Domaine Paul Pillot – Bourgogne Aligoté 2016 – Burgundy France

Domaine Paul Pillot Bourgogne Aligoté 2016 is a vibrant and mineral-driven expression of Burgundy’s historic Aligoté grape. Produced from old vines farmed with organic principles and crafted with minimal intervention, it showcases the freshness, precision, and terroir transparency that have made Paul Pillot one of Chassagne-Montrachet’s most respected producers.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Aligoté
• Region: Bourgogne, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2016
• Vine Age: 45+ years
• Vineyard Sources: 40% Chassagne-Montrachet, 60% Remigny
• Soils: Very rocky limestone-rich sites
• Farming: Practicing organic, sustainable viticulture
• Vinification: Indigenous yeasts
• Aging: Older 350L oak barrels
• Style: Dry white Burgundy

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Light to medium-bodied
• Fruit: Lemon, green apple, citrus zest
• Savory: Chalk, wet stone, subtle herbal notes
• Structure: Crisp, energetic, mineral-driven, and refreshing

Sourced from old Aligoté vines planted in rocky limestone soils around Chassagne-Montrachet and Remigny, this wine demonstrates the remarkable potential of Burgundy’s traditional white grape. Fermented with indigenous yeasts and aged in neutral oak, it preserves purity and freshness while gaining additional texture and complexity from extended élevage.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Produced from 45+ year-old Aligoté vines
• Crafted by one of Chassagne-Montrachet’s benchmark growers
• Shows the serious, terroir-driven side of Aligoté

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Oysters and shellfish
• Sushi and sashimi
• Goat cheese and fresh cheeses
• Light seafood dishes and salads

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Fans of crisp, mineral white wines
✓ Burgundy lovers exploring beyond Chardonnay
✓ Drinkers seeking freshness and terroir expression
✕ Not ideal if you prefer rich, creamy white wines