Pierre Morey Bourgogne Aligoté

Wine Information 
All the vineyards from Domaine Pierre Morey producing Bourgogne Aligoté are located in the Meursault area in relatively deep, clay and chalk soils. Aligoté is a Burgundian variety (Kir is a traditional Burgundian aperitif made with Bourgogne Aligoté plus blackcurrent liqueur).

Bourgogne Aligoté is a dry wine, with a good acidity and a medium strength. Maturing is mostly done in tanks during 12 months, to promote freshness and ses notes fruitées. Usually, Bourgogne Aligoté is an early wine but coming from Domaine Pierre Morey, it can be kept for many years !

Size: 1.86 ha (4.6 ac)
Variety: Aligoté
Vine Age: Planted in 1957
Terroir: 2 parcels in Meursault (Les Vazelles, Les Chanterelles) with deep soil.
Viticulture: Certified organic and biodynamic
Vinification: Grapes lightly crushed, gentle pneumatic pressing. Settling of must for 12 to 24 hours. Alcoholic fermentation and aged for 12 months in tank. Fining and filtering if necessary.