Vintage Character From the prestigious Côte de Beaune appellation of Chassagne Montrachet, the 2022 Domaine Darviot-Perrin 'La Bergerie' is a striking village-level white Burgundy that beautifully captures the essence of its unique terroir. The 2022 vintage benefited from a warm, dry growing season with timely late-summer rainfall, yielding grapes of superb concentration and balanced acidity. Sourced from the historic 'La Bergerie' lieu-dit—a site named after an ancient sheepfold—the vines thrive in classic clay-limestone soils that impart a characteristic mineral drive and structured elegance.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing This expressive Chardonnay reveals enticing aromas of green apple, fresh pear, and warm brioche, complemented by subtle toasted almond and vanilla notes from delicate oak aging. On the palate, it exhibits a medium-to-full body with vibrant acidity, featuring a finely textured mouthfeel and a long, mineral-driven finish. It pairs wonderfully with classic French dishes like pan-seared sea scallops in lemon-butter sauce or roasted guinea fowl served with wild chanterelle mushrooms.
Winery Background Established by Didier and Geneviève Darviot-Perrin and now led by Pierre-Jean Darviot, this Meursault-based estate is highly regarded for its low-intervention philosophy. In the vineyards, they apply strict organic principles and rigorous pruning to allow their old vines to naturally express their origin. Aged traditionally in French oak barrels, this micro-production white Burgundy is celebrated for its purity, aging potential, and exceptional precision.