2024 Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey Bourgogne Blanc

After leaving his family domaine in 2005, Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey has established himself as one of the rising stars of Burgundy. Pierre-Yves has built a strong reputation for crafting exquisite white Burgundy that display energy and vitality. The white wines are whole bunch pressed, fermented with natural yeasts, aged on lees for up to 18 months in mostly in 350 litre barrels with no lees stirring and no filtration. The corks used come from one tiny supplier and are extra long and extra wide (55mm x 25mm) for the village, 1er cru and Grand cru wines and are untreated with no paraffin and the bottles are then sealed with soft wax to ensure no problems with premature oxidation. The resulting wines are built to age classically up to 10 years or more.

Tasting note

Sourced mainly from old-vine parcels in and around the commune of Saint-Aubin, this Bourgogne Blanc is a superb introduction to Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey’s precise and mineral-driven style. The nose is pure and lifted, with citrus zest, pear and white peach layered over subtle floral notes and a stony edge. The palate is taut and energetic, offering juicy orchard fruit balanced by racy acidity and a fine chalky texture. Oak is present but beautifully restrained, adding just a whisper of spice and creaminess without overshadowing the fruit. The finish is long, mouth watering and elegant. This is an exceptional Bourgogne that delivers real depth and class.