Jadot is justly proud of their “simple” Bourgogne Blanc. The grapes — all Chardonnay — come from throughout Burgundy, allowing them to alter the blend as the vintage demands. With a slightly warmer vintage, they can include grapes from cooler continue to keep the wine fresh. This flexibility explains the extraordinary consistency of this Bourgogne Blanc. The 2016 combines a hint a creaminess with a pleasant citrus tang. Not a powerful New World-style Chardonnay, this Bourgogne Blanc is a good introduction to the charms of white Burgundy. Ready to drink now, it’s another wine to stock up on for a potential quarantine.
Maison Louis Jadot, Bourgogne Blanc (Burgundy, France) 2016
By Michael Apstein