David Duband : Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes de Nuits 2023

The Elegance and Precision of a Great White Burgundy Wine

The Estate

The estate's history dates back to 1965, when Pierre Duband founded the property in Burgundy. It was in 1991 that his son, David Duband, the current owner and winemaker, truly began production under his own name. Today, the estate spans 17 to 25 hectares across prestigious appellations. A committed advocate of organic viticulture, certified since 2006, David Duband is known for his minimalist, environmentally respectful approach, producing wines celebrated for their transparency and authentic expression of terroir.

The Vineyard

This wine from Burgundy comes from plots at altitudes ranging from 300 to 400 metres. The vines flourish on marl-limestone soils composed of clay and limestone. The vineyard is farmed organically, with natural grass cover between the rows to preserve microbial life and limit erosion, while rigorously controlling yields.

The Vintage

The 2023 vintage benefited from adequate rainfall during the crucial stages of vegetative growth, ensuring healthy vines. The end of the season provided ideal ripening conditions, allowing for the harvest of concentrated, perfectly ripe berries with a beautiful balance.

Winemaking and Aging

The grapes are hand-harvested with meticulous sorting of the bunches. Pressing is carried out gently to preserve the purity of the fruit. This Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes de Nuits 2023 is aged in oak barrels, lending complexity and roundness, before resting in tanks to perfect the overall harmony.

Grape Variety

Chardonnay (100%)

Characteristics and Tasting Notes for the Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes de Nuits 2023 by David Duband

Tasting

Colour
The glass glows with a beautiful pale yellow colour with bright highlights.

Nose
The aromatic bouquet reveals a lovely freshness, releasing notes of white-fleshed fruits such as pear and peach, underscored by delicate floral touches and a subtle minerality.

Palate
The palate opens crisp and precise, revealing a broad, harmonious texture. It captivates with its balance between mineral tension and fruity generosity, extending into a lingering, saline finish.

Food and Wine Pairing

This white wine pairs wonderfully with roasted poultry, delicate fish in sauce, or aged cheeses such as Comté or dry goat cheese.

Service and Storage

Approachable now, this great white wine also has the structure needed to evolve favourably in the cellar until at least 2028.