Sextant – Julien Altaber Bourgogne Aligoté 2023 Food Pairing

Sextant – Julien Altaber Bourgogne Aligoté 2023

Occasion

A refreshing white for aperitif moments or alongside light starters. Crisp, precise, and quietly energising.

Food Pairing

Seafood

  • Fresh oysters

  • Shellfish

  • Light seafood starters

Raw & Delicate Dishes

  • Sashimi

  • Crudo-style fish

  • Simple citrus-dressed dishes

Cheese & Light Mains

  • Goat’s cheese tart

  • Fresh goat’s cheese

  • Light vegetable tarts or quiches

This wine excels with clean flavours and natural salinity.

Tasting Story

Aligoté is Burgundy’s “other” white grape — often overlooked, but transformed in the hands of Julien Altaber.

Bright acidity drives the palate, with notes of citrus zest, green apple, and a fine chalky mineral line. Taut, energetic, and refreshing, it offers clarity rather than weight — a reminder that Burgundy is about place and precision, not just Chardonnay.

A pure, quietly confident white with real personality.

Serving Tip

Serve chilled at 8–10 °C. Delicious young for its freshness, but capable of evolving gracefully over a few years.