At a glance

Producer

Domaine Bornard

Region

Burgundy, France

Grape variety

Chardonnay

Wine type

White

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$35-$50 (estimated retail)

Tasting profile

Fresh citrus, white peach, light floral notes with mineral undertones and a subtle creamy texture

Evolution: Will develop richer honeyed, nutty, and toasty oak characters with layered complexity

At peak: Balanced freshness with complex tertiary aromas of nuts, brioche, and flint

Structure

Acidity

High, crisp with good freshness supporting aging

Tannins

Very low to none (typical for white Burgundy)

Alcohol

Approximately 13-13.5% integrated and balanced

Aging potential

8-10 years from vintage

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2024 to 2037

Optimal window

2022 to 2040

Current status

ready now but can benefit from short-term aging

Current condition

fresh, bright with evolving complexity

The peak period 2024-2028 corresponds to optimal integration of oak influence and development of mature tertiary notes without losing the wine's natural acidity and freshness. After this period, the citrus freshness will diminish progressively and tertiary notes will dominate.

Food pairing

Pairs well with seafood dishes such as grilled scallops, lobster with butter sauce, white poultry (e.g., roast chicken), creamy cheeses (Comté, Brie), and lightly spiced Asian cuisine. As wine ages, richer dishes with mushroom or truffle complement tertiary notes.

Serving

Serving temperature

12-14°C / 54-57°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Low intervention, manual harvesting, and minimal chemical inputs typical of small Burgundy domaines

Domaine Bornard is a smaller Burgundy estate that tends to farm sustainably and with respect to terroir, though no official certification data available.