Alex Moreau Bourgogne Chardonnay 2023 (750ml) *

Entry-level white Burgundy is often where you learn a producer's hand most clearly, since there is no grand terroir to lean on. This 2023 Bourgogne Blanc comes from Alex Moreau, working in Chardonnay across the region's broader appellation, and it makes the case for unoaked-leaning, purity-first white Burgundy without the price of a village bottling.

Aromas run toward white flowers, citrus zest, and a faint whiff of sourdough, with lighter notes of yellow fruit and pear filling in behind. The palate is medium-bodied and fleshy, kept lively by fresh acidity, and there is just enough creamy texture to round the edges. A hint of praline arrives toward the finish, which stays clean and nicely balanced.