2023 Jean-Philippe Fichet, Bourgogne Blanc, Cote d'Or Vieilles Vignes

Jean-Philippe Fichet approaches his Bourgogne Côte d'Or Vieilles Vignes with a rigorous commitment to transparency, prioritizing vine health through sustainable *lutte raisonnée* practices and the use of estate-made compost to foster deep-rooted equilibrium. Sourced from parcels with significant vine age—some exceeding 50 years—this Chardonnay is vinified with minimal intervention, employing native yeast fermentation in barrels and a patient, gentle élevage to preserve the site's inherent character. The 2023 vintage, characterized by a balanced growing season that allowed for steady ripening without excessive heat stress, has yielded a wine of impressive structural integrity. The result is a precise, mid-palate-dense composition defined by high-toned acidity and a firm, mineral-driven architecture that eschews weight for tension and clarity.