The 2020 vintage for this Bourgogne Aligoté is considered excellent, though the wine is still very youthful and benefits from time to open up. This Aligoté from Sylvain Pataille reveals ripe yellow orchard fruit, citrus, and mineral notes, with a nutty finish. You might also find sweet yellow flowers, a touch of vanilla, and herbal undertones. On the nose, lemon, lime, and grapefruit are prominent, with subtle hints of toast, pastry dough, and delicate fresh butter. The palate is round, even a bit rich in a pleasant way, with a delicious almond-bitter note extending the finish, good salinity, and a fresh yet weighty feel. Other descriptors include apple, peach, pear, honey, salt, tropical fruit, pineapple, fennel, white pepper, butter, pastry, tobacco, cream, yeast, plum, brioche, and dried flowers. Jancis Robinson's review highlights a deep lemon color, rich, mineral, and steadfast character, with white flowers and real length. 【Aligoté from 70-year old vines】 🥂 Given its youthful nature and potential for development, this wine is ideal for a special occasion where it can be decanted or allowed ample time to breathe. It promises to evolve beautifully over the next few years. 🍴 This Burgundy White wine is a fantastic match for shellfish, pasta, rich fish (such as salmon or tuna), mild and soft cheeses, and cured meats.