2023 Sebastien Magnien Bourgogne Hautes Cotes de Beaune Blanc

上伯恩丘的清新與微妙奶油感，入口像城市裡的清晨一口醒神茶。

為什麼選它？
- 高地田土帶來清爽酸度 -> 餐桌百搭，令油膩菜式更輕盈。
- 細膩橡木與泥土陳年 -> 中段有絲滑感，但不過份厚重。
- 小莊照顧每一葡萄園 -> 風味一致、性價比高。

侍酒師私房筆記：開瓶後先聞到青蘋果、檸檬皮和白桃的清晰果香，接著有杏仁皮與礦物感滲入。入口中段帶點奶油感與輕微烘焙，酸度支撐整體結構，尾韻偏鹹香，留有餘味但不拖泥帶水。建議開瓶後靜置三十分鐘，或以偏低溫呈現更俐落的果酸。

場景化配餐指南：週末家常烤鴨、朋友小聚的奶油海鮮、或搭配前菜的甜菜牛軋沙律都很對味——想要招待客人又不失水準的選擇。

降維打擊對比：比起那些標籤響亮但價差大的名莊，這支酒把上等勃根地的骨架和細緻度搬到較親民的價位，是懂酒但不想被標籤綁住的聰明選擇。

Soul Hook: Elegant Burgundian white that balances bright energy with a hint of creamy depth.

Why choose it?
- High-altitude freshness -> lively acidity that lifts food and keeps the palate clean.
- Subtle oak/lees influence -> offers a gentle creamy mid-palate without heaviness.
- Trusted single-producer source -> Domaine-level care at approachable pricing.

Sommelier's notes: A clear, pale-gold appearance leads to focused aromas of green apple, lemon peel and white peach, layered with almond skin and a chalky mineral thread. The palate is medium-bodied with a tactile, slightly creamy centre from careful élevage; citrus and stone-fruit drive the freshness while a delicate toasted note rounds the finish. Drink slightly chilled after a short open to reveal its mid-palate texture.

Occasion: Ideal for a relaxed dinner with friends—serve with seasonal shellfish, roasted poultry or a cheese course. Works beautifully for a mid-week special or a celebratory roast at home.

Competitive Edge: Offers precise Burgundian character and attentive domaine vinification without the premium price tag of more famous Côte d'Or labels. A smart pick for collectors seeking value and clarity.

Specification

• Alcohol %: 13.0
• Decant Time: 30 minutes
• Taste: green apple, lemon peel, white peach, almond skin, chalky/mineral, light pastry/toast, creamy mid-palate, refreshing acidity, savory finish
• Food Matching: Rabbit ballotine, Beetroot tartare with burratina, Roasted duck with sweet garlic soy (Aigamo rosu), Chicken and turkey dishes, Soft and washed-rind cheeses, Creamy seafood (lobster, scallops)
• Grape Variety: Chardonnay : 100.0%,

Winery

Domaine Sebastien Magnien 是一個專注的小莊，主要經營上伯恩丘及鄰近地塊。莊主強調田間管理與人工採收，釀造上偏向細緻、克制的風格：不刻意追求華麗香氣，而是保留田塊本身的礦物與酸度，陳年手法也以突顯風土為主。

Domaine Sebastien Magnien is a focused family domaine producing precise Burgundian wines from parcels in the Hautes Cotes and nearby villages. The domaine favours careful canopy management, gentle picking and measured élevage—aiming for clarity and site expression rather than heavy manipulation. Their whites typically show a balance between freshness and subtle oak-derived texture.