At a glance

Producer

Domaine Jean-Claude Bachelet

Region

Saint-Aubin, Burgundy, France

Grape variety

Chardonnay

Wine type

White

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

€40-55

Tasting profile

Crisp green apple, lemon zest, white flowers, with underlying flinty minerality

Evolution: Will develop richer honeyed and nutty notes with a creamy texture over 5-7 years

At peak: Balanced complexity of citrus, stone fruit, floral, and refined oak integration

Structure

Acidity

High, vibrant acidity typical of Saint-Aubin whites

Tannins

None (white wine)

Alcohol

13.0-13.5%

Aging potential

8-12 years

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2027 to 2039

Optimal window

2025 to 2042

Current status

Drinking well currently; suitable for near to mid-term cellaring

Current condition

Youthfully vibrant with primary fruit and mineral freshness

The wine's structure with high acidity and balanced alcohol, combined with the 1er Cru vineyard quality and favorable 2020 vintage, supports a balanced mid-term aging window typical for good Saint-Aubin Premier Cru whites.

Food pairing

Pairs well with shellfish, grilled fish, chicken in cream sauces, and mild cheeses like Comté

Serving

Serving temperature

10-12°C / 50-54°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Implements careful vineyard management with reduced chemical use, focus on soil health and water conservation

Domaine Jean-Claude Bachelet adheres to environmentally conscious viticulture best practices common in Burgundy, including sustainable farming and low-impact vineyard work, although formal certification is not currently reported. Packaging is standard glass bottles with moderate weight; transportation emissions depend on export destination but are offset partly by the relatively local vineyard-to-bottle model.