(2012) Home to Chardonnay whites as well as the more frequently seen Pinot Noir reds, Beaune is both a village appellation and the large town that is the epicentre of the Burgundy wine industry. Clear and fresh on the nose, the little nuances of oatmeal and acacia honey just add some richness to straightforward citrus and apple fruit. On the palate the subtle oak supports with some very discreet toast and vanilla, but again it is that racy core of cool white fruit that drives this. A fairly big wine in terms of structure and alcohol (13.5% ABV) but really rather elegant too.