At a glance

Producer

Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey

Region

Saint-Aubin Premier Cru, Burgundy, France

Grape variety

Chardonnay

Wine type

White

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$60-$85

Tasting profile

Crisp citrus, green apple, light white flowers, with subtle mineral notes and gentle oak influence.

Evolution: Will gain richer creamy notes, more pronounced minerality and depth of flavor over 5-8 years.

At peak: Complex balance of fruit, minerality, and refined oak with elegant texture and length.

Structure

Acidity

High, well balanced

Tannins

None (white wine)

Alcohol

Around 13%

Aging potential

Good for 10-15 years depending on cellar conditions

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2030

Optimal window

2022 to 2032

Current status

Approaching early drinking phase with good freshness, can be cellared for further development

Current condition

Drinks well now with bright acidity and vibrant fruit, still developing mineral complexity

This Premier Cru white Burgundy from a top producer benefits from a vintage with good acidity and concentration (2018). The wine’s structure supports medium-term aging allowing development of layered complexity. Peak drinking aligns with typical 7-12 year aging for quality Saint-Aubin whites from this producer and vintage.

Food pairing

Ideal with seafood (scallops, lobster), poultry with cream sauce, mildly aged cheeses, and mushroom risotto.

Serving

Serving temperature

10-12°C / 50-54°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Minimal intervention in vineyard, use of sustainable farming techniques, low chemical use, manual harvest, natural yeast fermentation

Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey is known for attentive, low-impact viticulture emphasizing terroir expression. His estate applies organic and biodynamic principles, reducing chemical inputs and fostering biodiversity. Packaging is traditional but sustainable with focus on minimizing waste. Sourcing and production are local, reducing carbon footprint. Overall sustainability is high relative to Burgundy standards.