White dry
Pernot-Bélicard Puligny-Montrachet Composition Parcellaire 2023 is a precise white wine from a prestigious Burgundy appellation. Crafted from carefully selected vineyard parcels, this Chardonnay reflects the classic and elegant style of winemaker Philippe Pernot. It is an excellent choice for those who appreciate authentic French winemaking and are looking for a wine with long aging potential.
The wine's aroma is dominated by notes of white flowers, fresh citrus fruits, and crushed stone (flint). On the palate, it demonstrates the firmness typical of the appellation: it is concentrated, featuring vibrant acidity and a long, clean mineral finish.
This "Composition Parcellaire" is created by blending the harvest from different vineyards within the Puligny-Montrachet village. This technique allows for an ideal balance between firm limestone minerality and fruitiness. The estate applies a philosophy of minimal intervention, and aging in oak barrels is managed very carefully to preserve the natural acidity and primary energy of the berries.
The wine has excellent aging potential. It will reveal its best qualities after 3–7 years in the cellar.
This wine is best served at 10–12 °C and pairs perfectly with scallops, lobster, and baked halibut.
Although the estate's name appeared on the market relatively recently, its foundation is built on historic family holdings. The founder, Philippe Pernot—grandson of the renowned Burgundy winemaker Paul Pernot—along with his wife from the Bélicard family, took over plots of old vines. Today, the estate manages vineyards in the prestigious appellations of Puligny-Montrachet, Meursault, and Beaune, where shallow limestone and marl soils shape the authentic character of the grapes.
Philippe Pernot's winemaking style is strictly focused on preserving freshness and the natural energy of the grapes. In the cellar, frequent lees stirring (bâtonnage) is deliberately avoided, and the use of new French oak barrels is limited to 20–30%. This technique prevents the wine from becoming too heavy or buttery, allowing aromas of crushed stone, citrus zest, and white flowers to dominate. The palate maintains a firm mineral backbone, ensuring a classic structure with long aging potential.
Due to their balanced acidity and pronounced minerality, these white wines perfectly complement delicate seafood dishes. They pair precisely with fresh oysters, sea scallops, lobster, and baked halibut fillet with a white wine and butter sauce (beurre blanc).
