Burgundy En-Primeur wines 2023

Burgundy En-Primeur wines 2023 : Key Points

Choose to buy the finest 2023 Burgundy wines en primeur! Like every year, Millésima offers all its en primeur wines directly from the estates.

The 2023 vintage in the Chablis vineyards

The 2023 vintage in Chablis was marked by exceptional quality and a plentiful harvest that delighted winegrowers.

Weather conditions

The year began with a mild winter, followed by an early budburst in March. A late frost in April, fortunately, had little impact, thanks to generally favourable conditions. The summer was hot and dry, but some welcome rain in August helped to maintain the necessary hydric balance for the vines.

Harvest and production

Harvesting began around 10 September, with above-average yields for the second year running. Generous yields enabled us to harvest grapes of excellent quality.

Wine Characteristics

The wines of this vintage have an expressive aromatic profile, dominated by notes of citrus and white-fleshed fruit. The tension and minerality typical of Chablis are clearly present, with a remarkable balance between freshness and ripeness. The ageing potential is promising, particularly for the Premier and Grand Crus.

Special Features

Some plots required rigorous sorting because of mildew pressure. Alcohol levels are moderate, generally fluctuating between 12.5% and 13%.

The 2023 Côte d'Or En Primeur wines

2023 was an exceptional year in Côte d'Or, for both red and white wines.

Weather conditions

The mild spring saw a few bouts of frost, which were well managed by winegrowers. The hot, dry summer was punctuated by welcome rain, which helped the grapes to ripen to perfection. September offered perfect conditions for the harvest.

Harvesting and production

Harvesting began in the first week of September, with generous volumes of grapes, particularly for the white wines.

Characteristics of the white wines

The white wines of this vintage reveal intense aromas of ripe white fruit (peach, pear) and white flowers like Meursault. Their acidity brings a welcome freshness and interesting ageing potential, while their structure is full and generous, especially in Meursault.

Characteristics of the red wines

The profiles of the red wines vary according to terroir and harvest date. They are characterised by aromas of fresh red fruit (strawberry, raspberry) and floral notes, particularly delicious in Chambolle-Musigny. The silky tannins are well integrated, and the colours of the wines are deep, particularly in Gevrey-Chambertin. The balance between fruit, acidity and structure is remarkable, with alcohol levels between 13% and 14% depending on the appellation.

Special features

Careful sorting was necessary in some parcels affected by rot. The small berries harvested produced wines of excellent concentration.

Another exceptional vintage in Côte Chalonnaise and Mâconnais

These regions also enjoyed an exceptional 2023 vintage, in terms of both quality and quantity.

Weather conditions

The early spring and hot summer followed a similar pattern to the Côte d'Or. A few localised hailstorms in June had a limited impact on the overall harvest.

Harvesting and production

Harvesting began very early, from September 1 in the Mâconnais, with generous volumes, particularly for white wines.

Characteristics of the white wines

The white wines of these regions display expressive aromatic profiles, dominated by yellow-fleshed fruit and citrus. They are distinguished by their tension and freshness, especially Pouilly-Fuissé wines, while the wines of the Côte Chalonnaise, such as Rully, are fuller and more generous.

Characteristics of red wines (mainly Côte Chalonnaise)

The red Mercurey wines in particular offer aromas of ripe red fruit and mild spices. The ripe tannins and balanced structure give these wines excellent ageing potential for the best vintages.

Special features

The red grapes in the Côte Chalonnaise have reached perfect phenolic ripeness, while the Mâconnais stands out for its remarkable balance between freshness and ripeness.