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Elegant Aligoté with bright acidity, notes of stone fruits, and a mineral finish.
This intriguing wine from Julien Altaber showcases the unique character of Burgundy's often-overlooked Aligoté grape variety through natural winemaking methods. The name 'Po à Po' playfully translates to "step by step" in French, reflecting the patient approach taken in its creation.
Winemaking
The Aligoté grapes undergo maceration with skin contact, a technique that brings additional complexity and texture to this white wine. Following natural winemaking principles, the wine is produced with minimal intervention, allowing the true expression of the grape and terroir to shine through. Fermentation occurs with indigenous yeasts, and the wine is bottled unfined and unfiltered.
Taste Profile
This skin-contact Aligoté presents a golden hue with slight amber reflections. The nose reveals layers of yellow apple, citrus peel, and white flowers, complemented by subtle herbal notes. On the palate, it delivers a textural experience with moderate tannins, bright acidity, and flavors of stone fruits, dried herbs, and a distinctive mineral finish characteristic of Burgundian whites.
Territory
The grapes are sourced from vineyards in Burgundy, where Aligoté has historically played second fiddle to Chardonnay. The region's limestone-rich soils and continental climate provide ideal conditions for growing this resilient variety, contributing to the wine's distinctive mineral character and structural complexity.
Fun Facts
- Aligoté is often referred to as Burgundy's "other white grape," making up only about 6% of the region's white wine production.
- Julien Altaber is known for his dedication to natural winemaking practices and minimal intervention approach.
- The term "macéré" in the wine's name indicates its skin-contact nature, a technique that's relatively uncommon for Aligoté.
- Traditionally, Aligoté was the primary grape used in making Kir, the classic French aperitif made with white wine and crème de cassis.