2024 Francois Carillon - Bourgogne Blanc Cote D'Or (750ml) [PRE ARRIVAL]
Introducing the 2024 Francois Carillon Bourgogne Blanc Côte d'Or (750ml) [PRE ARRIVAL]. This wine serves as the domaine’s entry point into white Burgundy, offering a sophisticated glimpse of Puligny-Montrachet’s finesse and Meursault’s textural presence. The fruit comes from three plots on clay-limestone soils, drawn from vines aged 33 to 59 years and farmed biodynamically without chemicals, reflecting the Carillon commitment to terroir-driven purity.
Tasting notes
On the nose, delicate white flowers mingle with a defined flinty minerality, hinting at the wine’s mineral backbone. The palate opens with crisp apple and pear, expanding into fleshier stone fruit while maintaining bright energy. A subtle, integrated oak influence adds depth—around 10% new wood—without masking the grape’s natural fruit and the wine’s mineral spine. The finish is long and animated by persistent mineral notes, characteristic of fine white Burgundy.
Vineyard & craft
Produced from three plots in Puligny-Montrachet and Meursault, the wine benefits from clay-limestone soils that contribute tension and structure. The vines, aged 33 to 59 years, are cultivated biodynamically, with careful attention to soil health and vine balance. Aged in French oak barrels with just 10% new wood, the wine retains crisp fruit brightness while gaining subtle textural complexity.
Food pairing and serve
- Grilled or roasted white seafood (such as sea bass or halibut) with light citrus and butter sauces
- Flaky white poultry dishes with herb-based pan sauces
- Softer cheeses like brie or camembert, or a chalky goat cheese with a drizzle of honey
Serve slightly chilled, around 50–54°F (10–12°C), to emphasize its bright fruit and mineral core. This is a wine to enjoy in its youth, with a drinking window through 2028.