Château de Melin – Auxey-Duresses 2018 Bourgogne Blanc | Côte de Beaune | France Discover the quiet elegance of Burgundy with this refined Auxey-Duresses 2018 from Château de Melin — a wine that bridges freshness, depth, and authenticity. Auxey-Duresses sits just next to the legendary villages of Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet, and Saint-Romain, sharing the same limestone soils and cool microclimate that define Burgundy’s most coveted whites. You can taste the kinship: the same minerality and tension, but with a touch more honesty and restraint. The 2018 vintage was generous in Burgundy, yielding wines with ripe fruit, creamy texture, and remarkable balance. This bottle delivers aromas of white peach, pear, citrus, and a hint of hazelnut, supported by subtle oak and a clean, mineral finish reminiscent of Meursault itself. Château de Melin, a family-run estate rooted in sustainable viticulture, is celebrated for its precision and care — every grape handpicked, every barrel handled with intent. Tasting notes: Brilliant golden hue. On the nose: white flowers, stone fruit, and a whisper of toasted oak. The palate is rich yet refined — buttery but never heavy, fresh but never sharp. A long finish reveals almond and a chalky minerality typical of the Côte de Beaune. Food pairing: A beautiful match with scallops, roasted chicken, veal in cream sauce, or aged Comté. Cellaring potential: Enjoy now or cellar for another 3–5 years to develop additional complexity. In short: A characterful white Burgundy that carries the soul of Meursault — but with the understated grace of Auxey-Duresses.