Domaine Devevey, Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune Blanc, 'Champs Perdrix', Burgundy, France

Who - Jean-Yves, Laurence & Nicolas Devevey, Joelle Monie, Domaine Devevey
Where - Hautes-Cotês de Beaune, Burgundy, France
What - White Wine - Chardonnay
When - 2023
How  - Organic, direct press, fermentation in neutral oak, undergoes full malolactic conversion, matured for 12 months in neutral oak racked and matured for a further six months in tank, lightly filtered, vegan

Domaine Devevey was started in 1992 by Jean-Yves Devevey in the village of Demigny, on the border between the Côtes de Beaune and Côte Chalonnaise. Jean-Yves has gradually built the domaine to 7.5 hectares, across several appellations. The vineyards have been farmed organically since 2003, certified organic since 2014, and the family have been applying biodynamic principles since 2019. Each vineyard is treated separately, to express the individuality of each place and avoid imposing a "house style" on the wines. 

As Jean-Yves works towards retirement a careful handover to a new team is in progress, continuing the true artisanal approach that he uses in the vineyards and cellar.  

These are wines that can take a little time to open up in the glass, to express their full kaleidoscope of aromas and flavours.

This wine is from the Hautes Côtes de Beaune, traditionally less fashionable but increasingly sought after by those in the know. Specifically a small, sun-trap vineyard called Champs Perdrix. Lemon, cream, and a savoury edge. A gorgeous white Burgundy, a beautiful combo of a cooler Burgundian climate, limestone soils, and skilful, thoughtful farming and winemaking.