Ragot Givry Blanc “Pur T” 2024

Nicolas Ragot is one of the leading producers in Givry. He makes ample use of amphoras, which give his wines an appealing patina and exquisite freshness. William Kelley calls his reds “supple and flavorful,” Jancis Robinson writes of their “purity” and “classiness,” and Neal Martin of Vinous finds them “caressing,” “fleshy,” and “excellent.”

Ragot’s white Givry “Pur T” has grabbed our attention in the past, but this year it was just too good to skip. Ragot raises the entire cuvée in amphora (no oak), and he’s hit on something special with the recipe. The nose is full of classy yellow fruit, with a touch of white flower and spices like licorice and white pepper. The mouth is round and generous but finely channeled and shot through with terrific acidity. As with many 2024 white Burgundies, the balance is exceptional.