2022 Domaine de Villaine Bouzeron Aligote

Domaine de Villaine, nestled in the village of Bouzeron in the Côte Chalonnaise, is renowned for crafting elegant, terroir-driven wines. Founded by Aubert de Villaine, co-director of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, the estate focuses on organic viticulture and minimal intervention, producing standout expressions of Aligoté Doré, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir. Aubert de Villaine handed over management to his nephew Pierre de Benoist in 2000, with Pierre passionate about rediscovering the identity of the Côte Chalonnaise as a whole and of Bouzeron in particular. These wines embody purity, precision, and a deep respect for Burgundy’s traditions.

Other Reviews....
The 2022 Bouzeron has a fragrant bouquet with apple blossom and light resinous scents. The palate is fresh and vibrant with touches of citrus peel, pineapple and orange zest. Quite linear and taut toward the finish, this is a fine and almost zen-like Bouzeron that merits several months' bottle age. Tasted at merchants' 2022 Burgundy tastings in London. Drink 2025-2035.
88 points
Neal Martin - Vinous

This reference Aligoté is riper in 2022 than it often is and lacks the bright acidity typical in cooler years such as 2021. However, it provides a moreish choice for refreshing current drinking, with alluring aromas of ripe green apple, apricot and nectarines. The grapes are from old massal-selection vines, hand-harvested and fermented in large oak uprights. A modern classic. Organic. Drink 2024 - 2030.
93 points
Charles Curtis MW - Decanter