Bourgogne Chardonnay Monopole Combe d'Orange 2022,0233 (Domaine Jean-Jacques Girard)

Enjoy it now, or cellar for a few years. No need to decant before serving. Jean-Jacques and his son Vincent carry a legacy of seven generations on their shoulders, crafting classically Burgundian wines in the quaint commune of Savigny-Les-Beaune.

Summed up in a few words, the wines from Domaine Jean-Jacques Girard are incredible value for money. Their family-owned vineyards cover a modest 15 hectares, comprising some of the finest plots in Burgundy.

Combe d’Orange is a fresh, youthful wine, bursting with scents of grated lemon zest, sun-drenched stone fruit, ripe orchard fruits, melted butter, and minerality. It is crafted from 100% Chardonnay, harvested from environmentally certified vineyards.

This is a versatile white wine, and a born crowd-pleaser, perfect for pairing with a wide range of foods and occasions. On the palate, it expands into a medley of green apple, pear, quince, and subtle, salty minerality.

Look for notes of hazelnut, citrus, and vanilla, singing quietly in the background. The grapes spent 10 months ageing in oak barrels, imparting a subtle oaky structure that supports the wine’s soft acidity.

It was made for enjoyment in its youth and will be an excellent partner for cream of vegetable soup, shellfish, or roast chicken.