2024 Auxey-Duresses, David Moret

• Style: Mineral-edged, precise Burgundy white
• Taste: Lemon peel, struck match, buttery core with fresh acidity
• Food: Roasted chicken, buttered seafood, creamy cheeses
• Occasion: Date night, gifting
• Serve: Chilled, 12.5% ABV

In the Glass — Tasting Notes

Lemon peel and struck match lead the aromatics, while a round, buttery core runs underneath—oak-ageing has drawn this into focus without overwhelming the wine's core identity. The mineral edge and precise acidity define a Burgundy white that tastes earned, demanding clarity over spectacle. 2024 was a challenging vintage; Moret's grapes arrived at harvest with real concentration despite lower yields, the result of vigilance through relentless disease pressure and cool nights.

The Winery — David Moret

David Moret is a micro-négociant operating from his small cellar in Beaune. Though he trained in oenology, he spent a decade selling winemaking supplies before committing to production. With no inherited vineyard, he began acquiring small parcels from top growers in the late 1980s and established his eponymous label in 2000. His 2024 Auxey-Duresses comes from a south-facing vineyard of 41-year-old vines on limestone and clay at 200–300 metres. The wine undergoes indigenous-yeast fermentation in French oak with no fining or filtration, moving straight to bottle—a statement of trust in what's within.

At Your Table — Food Pairing & Serving

Auxey-Duresses sits just outside the loudest appellations, offering excellent value alongside finesse and concentration. Its acidity keeps it lively against rich sauces, making it ideal for roasted chicken, buttered seafood, or creamy cheeses. At 12.5% ABV the wine feels balanced rather than imposing, suiting both intimate dinners and thoughtful gifts. This Chardonnay selection demonstrates what limestone and cool air achieve when a vintage demands restraint and meticulous work. Explore our broader Beaune region collection and France offerings to discover other 2024 surprises from a demanding season.