Alain Chavy, Bourgogne Blanc, 2024 Cloudy Bay plus and fragrant flowers

plus and fragrant flowers

and 11 months' ageing in 500 litre barrels brings additional nuances of vanilla

This Tuscan gem from revered producer

of which 48% are first-fill and 52 are used

The texture is succulent

Alain Chavy, Bourgogne Blanc, 2024 Cloudy Bay plus and fragrant flowersTantalising aromas of buttered toast and Champagne lead into a beautifully balanced, creamy palate of poached pears offset by fine, lean acidity. With a perfectly judged balance between richness and freshness, this offers as much drinking pleasure as many a white Burgundy at double the price. A really classy wine that beautifully expresses a sense of place.