Aligoté

Aligoté is Burgundy’s “other” white grape, more rarely encountered than Chardonnay; yielding light, citrusy wines. It is also the traditional base ingredient for the Kir cocktail.

Primary Flavors

• Apple
• Unripe Peach
• White Flower
• Smoke
• Fresh Herbs

Taste Profile

Handling

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  SERVE
  45–55°F / 7-12°C
  
• 
  GLASS TYPE
  White
• 
  DECANT
  No
• 
  CELLAR
  1–3 Years

Food Pairing

With lean, minerally flavors and palate-cleansing acidity, Aligoté does wonderfully alongside fish dishes and soupe, salads, and gooey cow’s milk cheeses.