Aligote
White wine grape variety
Also known as Bourgogne Aligote
Aligote is a white wine grape with signature aromas of chalk dust, lemon, white flowers. Structure: Light body, High acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Start with bright acidity and citrus-green apple fruit in a lean palate shape.
- Look for chalky mineral tension with modest aromatic intensity.
Confidence signals
- Lemon-apple profile with high acidity
- Lean body and mineral finish
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Bouzeron · Burgundy · Cote Chalonnaise
- Classic styles: Crisp high-acid Burgundian white · Lean citrus-driven dry white for early drinking
Common questions
Is Aligote a red or white grape variety?
Aligote is a white wine grape variety.
What does Aligote smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Aligote include chalk dust, lemon and white flowers. Structural profile: Light body, High acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Aligote?
Documented tells for Aligote: Start with bright acidity and citrus-green apple fruit in a lean palate shape. and Look for chalky mineral tension with modest aromatic intensity..
What is Aligote most often confused with in blind tasting?
Aligote is most commonly confused with Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Trebbiano Toscano. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Aligote grown?
Classic regions for Aligote include Bouzeron, Burgundy and Cote Chalonnaise.