The oak is a little dominant at this stage, especially together with the lactic character, which pushes the wine slightly out of balance. Still, this is very much a texture wine, with a depth and tactile quality that gives it real presence on the palate. It shows a serious side of Aligoté, far removed from the simpler image of the variety. An especially striking detail is that La Corvée de Bully comes from very old vines — reported as planted in 1914, with an average age around 85 years — near Pernand-Vergelesses on iron-rich clay, which helps explain why the wine can carry so much texture and density. Authenticity is high for me despite the visible élevage, and overall this remains a beautiful Aligoté. I also cannot hide the fact that Nicolas Faure is my favourite producer.
Balance: ★★★☆☆
Texture: ★★★★★
Authenticity: ★★★★★
Finish: ★★★☆☆