Vintage Character From the Saint Aubin Premier Cru appellation, the 2023 Domaine Larue Saint Aubin Premier Cru showcases superb freshness and energy. The 2023 vintage in Burgundy was characterized by a warm, sun-drenched summer, which facilitated ideal grape maturity, while timely harvesting preserved the energetic acidity essential for high-quality whites. Nestled in a cool, high-altitude valley just behind the legendary Grand Crus of Montrachet, the vineyard's steep, limestone-rich soils impart a distinctive chalky minerality and vibrant tension to this elegant Chardonnay.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing This white Burgundy opens with vivid aromas of green apple, lemon zest, and delicate white flowers. On the palate, a medium-bodied texture is balanced by high, laser-like acidity, revealing layers of ripe white peach, creamy lees, and a touch of subtle vanilla toast. A lingering finish of crushed rocks and flint makes it an outstanding partner for pan-seared sea bass in lemon butter or Cantonese steamed turbot.
Winery Background Established in 1946 in the hamlet of Gamay, Domaine Larue is a family-run estate managing 17 hectares of pristine vines under the guidance of Denis, Didier, and Bruno Larue. The family practices rigorous, terroir-focused viticulture, employing traditional plowing and hand-harvesting. By combining gentle pressing with judicial oak aging, the domain crafts highly precise, mineral-driven wines that have made them a benchmark producer for pure, terroir-expressive Saint Aubin.