Joseph Colin Saint Aubin 1er Cru OSA (Oratorium Sancti Albini) 2021 750ml
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1 Bottle - $142 Nett
3 Bottles - $135 Nett Each
6 Bottles - $128 Nett Each
Joseph Colin Saint-Aubin 1er Cru “OSA – Oratorium Sancti Albini” 2021 is a refined Premier Cru white Burgundy crafted by Domaine Joseph Colin, one of the most respected modern producers in the Côte de Beaune. The “OSA” cuvée, short for Oratorium Sancti Albini, pays tribute to Saint Aubin and represents a carefully selected blend of Premier Cru parcels that showcase the appellation’s precision, minerality, and tension.
Joseph Colin is renowned for producing Chardonnay with purity, vibrant acidity, and terroir transparency. The 2021 Burgundy vintage delivered wines of freshness, finesse, and classical balance, emphasizing aromatic lift and mineral clarity over richness. This style perfectly complements Saint-Aubin’s limestone-driven terroir, producing wines often compared to neighboring Puligny-Montrachet for their energy and elegance.
The result is a Chardonnay with bright citrus fruits, floral complexity, saline minerality, and refined oak integration, offering both immediate appeal and excellent ageing potential.
Tasting Notes
Colour:
Pale golden yellow with green reflections and brilliant clarity
Nose:
Lemon zest, green apple, white peach, acacia flowers, crushed stone minerality, toasted almond, and subtle citrus blossom notes
Palate:
Medium-bodied with vibrant acidity, layered citrus and orchard fruits, saline minerality, fine texture, and beautifully integrated oak
Finish:
Long, focused, and mineral-driven with lingering citrus freshness, delicate nuttiness, and elegant limestone precision