Domaine Patrick Javillier Bourgogne Blanc Cuvée des Forgets 2022
Domaine Patrick Javillier · Domaine Patrick Javillier
Patrick Javillier may be headquartered in Meursault, but this Bourgogne Blanc — sourced from vines on the Meursault side of the appellation — drinks well above its classification. The chalk and limestone soils stamp the wine with a mineral signature that's unmistakably Côte de Beaune. At this price point, it's one of the best introductions to serious white Burgundy available, proving that terroir doesn't require a Premier Cru price tag.
Nose
Crisp green apple and citrus zest open the nose, followed by subtle white flowers and a distinctive chalky, mineral quality. A whisper of toasted almond from judicious oak use adds depth without weight.
Palate
Clean and focused, with citrus and apple flavors framed by a fine mineral backbone. The mid-palate shows a touch of honey and marzipan complexity, while the texture is creamy but never heavy. Good acidity keeps everything taut and precise.
Finish
Medium-length, with lingering citrus, a hint of toasted hazelnut, and a clean mineral close.
- Varietal
- Chardonnay
- Blend
- 100% Chardonnay
- Vineyards
- Cuvée des Forgets, Meursault-side Bourgogne appellation parcels on limestone soils
- Alcohol
- 13%
- Organic / Biodynamic
- No
- Skin Contact
- No
Food Pairing
Comté cheese soufflé with chives
Patrick Javillier has farmed his family's Meursault holdings since 1974, quietly building a reputation for Bourgogne-level wines that rival neighboring Premier Cru bottlings, thanks to old vines planted on Jurassic limestone just meters from more famous plots.
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