The 2022 Henri et Gilles Buisson Saint-Romain Sous le Château is a Chardonnay from one of Saint-Romain's most distinctive vineyard sites, produced by Domaine Henri et Gilles Buisson, a historic family estate that has become a leading reference for organic viticulture in the Côte de Beaune. Managed today by the eighth generation of the Buisson family, the domaine is known for producing wines that emphasize freshness, terroir expression and minimal intervention in both vineyard and cellar. Saint-Romain has gained increasing attention in recent years as a source of high-quality white Burgundy, particularly as warming temperatures have enhanced the potential of its elevated vineyards.

The Sous le Château climat sits on the eastern side of the Saint-Romain valley beneath the historic village, where limestone-rich soils and elevated vineyard positions contribute to the appellation's hallmark tension and minerality. Saint-Romain's vineyards are among the highest in the Côte de Beaune, a factor that helps preserve acidity and aromatic precision even in warmer vintages. The 2022 growing season delivered healthy fruit with excellent ripeness, resulting in wines that combine concentration with freshness.

The wine opens with aromas of lemon zest, ripe pear and white peach, complemented by notes of white flowers, crushed stone and subtle hazelnut. On the palate, it is vibrant and finely structured, with bright acidity supporting a core of citrus and orchard fruit. The limestone terroir contributes a pronounced mineral backbone, while the warm vintage adds texture and depth without compromising balance. The finish is long, saline and precise.

Saint-Romain remains one of Burgundy's most compelling appellations for those seeking terroir-driven Chardonnay beyond the region's more famous villages. Sites such as Sous le Château are increasingly appreciated for producing wines that combine freshness, minerality and ageing potential while offering a distinctive alternative to neighbouring Meursault and Puligny-Montrachet.

"A truly astonishing and really dramatic Saint-Romain with deep aromas of Amalfi lemons, toasted nuts and smoke. Juicy and minerally with fabulous concentration and silkiness of texture, delivering unbelievable length and complexity for a village wine. - James Suckling