Wines made from Aligoté grapes of Cricova

Discover the best wines made with Aligoté as a single variety or as a blend of Cricova.

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More informations about the variety Aligoté

Lively, taut whites with chiselled acidity and an airy palate, with aromas of lemon, green apple, white flowers, fresh almond and chalky notes. Typically saline finish. Star of Bouzeron AOC (the only single-variety aligoté appellation) and Bourgogne Aligoté AOC. Also used in Crémant de Bourgogne and the iconic kir cocktail (with blackcurrant liqueur). Historic Burgundian variety, a cross of pinot noir × gouais blanc, half-sibling of chardonnay.

More informations about the region of Cricova

Central Moldovan region 15 km north of Chișinău, famous for its 120 km of limestone underground galleries, continental climate. Traditional-method sparkling wines are the historic speciality: fine and taut with notes of green apple, citrus, white flowers, brioche and a chalky touch. Structured Cabernet and Merlot, airy Pinot Noir in reds. Lively Sauvignon, straight Aligoté, ample Rkatsiteli and aromatic Muscat in still whites.

What are the typical flavors of the Aligoté grape variety?