Domaine Rapet Père et Fils - Pernand-Vergelesses - Les Combottes - White - 2023

Wine:

From light, south-west facing limestone soils, the 2023 White Pernand-Vergelesses Les Combottes is a bright, crisp, and refined wine. Its expressive bouquet weaves together fresh fruit aromas—think citrus and white peach—with subtle floral notes and a delicate touch of honey. The palate is structured and well-balanced, underpinned by a pronounced mineral backbone that adds depth and freshness. A perfect match for seafood or goat cheese.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Direct pressing, 100% whole grapes. Settling for 24 hours at low temperature. Fermentation and ageing on lees for 12 months in 350-litre barrels, 20% of which are new, with stirring until July.

Certified organic wine from a Level 3 High Environmental Value (HVE) farm.

Color:

Bright pale gold.

Nose:

Aromas of white flowers punctuated by subtle hints of honey.

Palate:

bright, lively, and elegant, with fresh fruit flavors. This wine offers impressive depth and a pronounced mineral character.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Seafood cuisine, shellfish, gilthead sea bream with preserved lemon, creamy Brillat-Savarin cheese, goat's cheese.

Cellar aging:

From today until 2033.

Recognized with two stars by La Revue du Vin de France—the country’s most prestigious wine guide—Domaine Rapet Père & Fils stands among Burgundy’s elite. Their wines are known for their classic character, exceptional balance, and ability to age beautifully.

Winemaker Vincent Rapet, now joined by his son Robin, has long championed a style rooted in harmony and precision. In the cellar, their wines are aged in 350-liter barrels, allowing them to develop nuance and finesse while preserving freshness. With a commitment to organic farming, the Rapets craft wines that are honest, pure, and true to their terroir. From village-level bottlings to the esteemed Corton Grand Cru, every wine is marked by clarity, energy, and quiet sophistication.