Burgundy
Bourgogne AOC appellation is one of the most famous in the world. The Burgundy region is located in the central eastern part of France and covers a total area of over 27,000 hectares. The territory of the Appellation Bourgogne AOC includes 5 distinct areas: Chablis and Yonne, the Côte-de-Nuits, the Côte-de-Beaune, the Côte Chalonnaise and the Mâconnais. A very large area, which has very different climatic configurations. Suffice it to say that between the two extreme points of Chablis and Mâconnais there are about 200 kilometers of distance. The soils are generally of clay-limestone composition, which varies in percentages and characteristics from area to area.
The grape varieties mainly grown in Burgundy are Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. However, there are also Aligoté, Gamay and to a lesser extent Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, Melon de Bourgogne, Sacy and César. The large Burgundy vineyard is characterized by a subdivision into very small parcels, often less than one hectare, which are the result of a centuries-old work of zoning the territory, which has focused on enhancing the specific characteristics of each individual terroir.
The whole of the tiles of this great Burgundy mosaic produces about 200 million bottles annually and even today the appellation Bourgogne AOC is synonymous throughout the world with tradition, quality and excellence.
Burgundy red wine
Burgundy red wine is today one of the most famous in the world thanks to the Pinot Noir of the Côte de Nuits, the northern area of the Côte d'Or, which includes Grand Cru we remember the caliber of Romanée-Conti (probably one of the most world famous and award-winning), Leroy and La Tâche.
Usually the great Pinot Noirs are born from the assembly of small plots (grouped in the so-called Domaine) and are mostly aged in oak barriques: the aging in barrique allows to obtain those soft and velvety tannins and the extraordinary longevity that make them famous all over the world. The best crus give life to wines produced in very limited and collectible quantities.
Pinot Noir also gives life to sparkling wines such as Crémant de Bourgogne, which is making a name for itself in recent times.
But Burgundy also means "minor" appellations such as Côte Chalonnaise, with Pinot Noir from Mercury, and Beaujolais, the southernmost wine area of Burgundy that stands out from the rest of the territory for climate and grape varieties and where Gamay is obtained from Beaujolais nouveau, the new red wine famous throughout the world for its straightforward and fruity character, is produced in Beaujolais.
Burgundy white wine
Burgundy white wine is famous all over the world thanks to Chablis , the wonderful French wine based on Chardonnay that has become a reference model in other countries of the world. These wines are often characterized by mineral aromas, with pleasant hints of flint and with fresh aromas thanks to the ageing which takes place mostly in steel. Chablis has the following sub-appellations, which we list in order of importance, from the most common to the most sought after: Petit Chablis, Chablis, Chablis Premier Cru and Chablis Grand Cru.
The other important area for Chardonnay production in Burgundy is the Côte d'Or, particularly in the southernmost area, called Côte de Beaune. Here some of the best white wines in the world are produced and here Chardonnay gives life to rich, full wines, with a good softness on the palate and unmistakable aromas.
Finally, not everyone knows that in the Mâconnais region, famous for its Pouilly-Fuissé, there is a small village called Chardonnay, which according to some is the place of origin of this grape.
Among the other white wines of Burgundy, we can mention those based on Aligoté (famous those from the village of Bouzeron) and those with Pinot Grigio and Sauvignon.
What characteristics does Burgundy wine have?
Burgundy wine is able to satisfy all palates thanks to its characteristics. This region in fact offers Chardonnay with intense and generous aromas, fresher in the case of Chablis and softer and more structured in the case of the wines of the Côte de Beaune, and red wines with a complex and long-lived Pinot Noir that acts as a counterpoint to the lively and fruity Beaujolais nouveau.
What are the best pairings for a Burgundy white wine?
A Burgundy white wine is ideal with many combinations, from shellfish to egg-based dishes, from risotto to truffle dishes, passing first enriched with béchamel and second courses based on white meat and noble poultry.
What are the best producers of Burgundy
Some of the best producers in Burgundy are Romanée-Conti, Leroy and La Tâche.
Bourgogne AOC Chardonnay 2020 Reine Pédauque
Burgundy has always been the home of Chardonnay, the region that translates into its best expression. The vineyards extend in different areas of the Côte-d'Or, in particular between the departments of Saône-et-Loire and Yonne, from soils consisting of a limestone-clayey soil.
The grapes are immediately pressed upon arrival in the cellar. Fermentation takes place in steel at a controlled temperature of 16 ° C, after which the wine matures for 10 months in Vosges oak barrels.
Pale straw yellow, it h...
View product pageSavigny-Lès-Beaune AOP Rouge 2020 Domaine Maurice Ecard
Domaine Maurice Ecard's Savigny-Lès-Beaune Rouge comes from the vineyards surrounding the picturesque village of Savigny-lès-Beaune, in the north-west part of the Côte de Beaune, in the heart of the prestigious Burgundy wine region.
The Pinot Noir grapes undergo a pre-fermentation cold maceration at a controlled temperature, followed by a long fermentation. The wine then matures for 12 months in oak barriques.
It is characterized by a garnet red color. An elegant bouquet of flowers and red fruit p...
View product pageAuxey-Duresses AOC Les Clous 2020 Domaine Pierre Boisson
The Auxey-Duresses Les Clous by Domaine Pierre Boisson is an elegant expression of Chardonnay coming from one of the most renowned appellations of the Côte de Beaune, in Burgundy.
The winemaking process follows traditional methods, which respect and enhance the character of the starting grape variety. The wine matures in oak barrels, using both first and second passage wood, to allow a subtle integration of the wood aromas without overpowering the natural expressiveness of the fruit.
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View product pageBeaune AOC 1er Cru Les Montrevenots 2020 Antoine Jobard
The Beaune 1er Cru Les Montrevenots by Antoine Jobard comes from the Beaune premier cru vineyard of the same name located on the border with the municipality of Pommard, whose plants are among the tallest in the denomination, located at a height of 300 meters above sea level , on the slope of the Montagne Saint-Désiré hill.
The harvest, strictly manual, is a sign of meticulous attention in the selection of the Pinot Noir bunches, harvested at the optimal point of ripeness. After a 5-day cold pre-...
View product pagePommard AOP 2020 Antoine Jobard
Antoine Jobard's Pommard is located within the Côte de Beaune, one of the most prestigious areas in the whole of Burgundy.
The harvest of the grapes is exclusively manual, carried out at the optimal moment of ripeness to guarantee the integrity of the fruit and maximum aromatic expression. After an initial cold maceration of 5 days, fermentation takes place for 10 days in oak barrels with indigenous yeasts. The wine matures for 12 months in partially new oak barrels.
It has an intense ruby red col...
View product pageChablis Premier Cru Vaillons AOC 2020 La Chablisienne
Another excellence signed by Le Chablisienne, this Premier Cru Vaillons. It originates in the fascinating wine-growing region of Chablis, where Chardonnay grapes take on a denomination known for its extraordinary qualities of finesse.
It is made up of 100% Chardonnay grapes from the mineral soils of Chablis. The cool climate does the rest, giving wines with very elegant profiles. Refine in barriques for a minimum of 6 months.
It is straw yellow in the glass. Notes of peach, pineapple, toast and sw...
View product pageRully AOC 2020 Jaffelin
Rully Chardonnay is produced with grapes from the Côte Chalonnaise, in an area located south-west of Rully, above the famous «Les Pucelles» 1er Cru.
The grapes are harvested by hand and pressed directly in the cellar. Fermentation takes place entirely in stainless steel vats, followed by aging for 11 months in French oak barrels, 20% of which are new.
The wine presents itself with a beautiful golden color and an expressive, fruity and floral nose. On the palate it offers notes of tropical fruit, w...
View product pageNuits Saint Georges AOC 2020 Reine Pédauque
Born from the vineyards around the city of Nuits-Saint-Georges, an area of Burgundy renowned for the production of great red wines, so much so that it lends its name to the famous Côte de Nuits, this label is cloaked in magic and prestige. The soil composed of gravel and silt is ideal for the cultivation of the Pinot Noir grape.
The vinification is traditional, with long fermentation in thermo-conditioned steel followed by a macerative phase. The wine ages in oak barrels for 12 months, 30% new.
Ru...
View product pageMeursault AOC 2020 Reine Pédauque
Côte de Beaune is the birthplace of this distinctive Meursault by La Reine Pédauque. Vineyards surround the picturesque village of Meursault, planted on limestone marl soils located at an altitude between 200 and 300 meters above sea level, with southeast exposure.
The grapes are pressed immediately upon arrival in the cellar with pneumatic presses that ensure a very soft extraction of the must. The fermentation takes place in oak barrels, half new, followed by ageing for 16 months in oak barrels...
View product pageMontagny AOC Premier Cru Les Chaniots 2020 Albert Sounit
The Les Chaniot white wine from Domaine Albert Sounit was born east of Rully from organically grown vineyards and is a Premier Cru.
The wine is made exclusively from Chardonnay grapes, which are vinified in French oak barrels (20% new) with indigenous yeasts, where it subsequently ages for 16 months. Before bottling the wine rests for 2-3 months in steel tanks and is bottled unfiltered.
Straw yellow in colour, it opens on the nose with hints of peach and apricot. The sip is fresh and silky, with e...
View product pageVolnay AOC 2020 Reine Pédauque
Reine Pédauque's Volnay is a red wine produced exclusively with Pinot Noir grapes, originating from the village of the same name located between Meursault and Pommard in the Côte de Beaune. Traditional winemaking involves cold pre-fermentative maceration and thermoregulated stainless steel fermentation, followed by aging in oak barriques for 8-16 months, with a percentage of 20-30% new wood.
The clay and limestone soil, enriched with rock debris that improves drainage, contributes to the finesse ...
View product pageBeaune AOC 2020 Reine Pédauque
Reine Pédauque's Beaune stands out for being produced with 100% Pinot Noir grapes, grown in the heart of the Côte de Beaune, offering an excellent representation of the French terroir. This area is notable for its limestone and clay soils, ideal for growing Pinot Noir.
The winemaking follows traditional methods, with direct pressing of the grapes upon arrival and cold stabling for 48 hours. Fermentation takes place in barrels at low temperatures (16-20°C) to preserve the aromas, followed by aging...
View product pageChablis Premier Cru AOC Mont de Milieu 2020 Simonnet-Febvre
The Chablis Premier Cru Mont de Milieu of Simmonet-Febvre is born in vineyards located in the prestigious French region of Chablis, in Burgundy.
It is produced entirely with Chardonnay grapes, carefully picked and selected by hand. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 17-21 ° C. Subsequently the wine ages for 12 months on its lees, before being bottled.
It is characterized by a straw yellow color. The nose opens with intense aromas of yellow fruit, enric...
View product pageGevrey-Chambertin AOC Vieilles Vignes 2020 Jaffelin
Gevrey-Chambertin Vieilles Vignes is a Pinot Noir produced with manually harvested and selected grapes, coming from an east-facing area under the Château de Brochon. The region's deep soils help create very fruity wines.
Maceration lasts 3-4 weeks, followed by aging for 16-18 months in French oak barrels, of which approximately 40% are new.
The wine has a bright red color and a bouquet of strawberry, blackberry, violet, rose, liquorice and leather. On the palate it is complete and powerful, with a...
View product pageChablis AOC Vieilles Vignes 2020 Daniel-Etienne Defaix
Chablis Vieilles Vignes , produced by Domaine Daniel-Etienne Defaix, is an icon of the rolling green hills of Chablis, one of the oldest areas of the Burgundy region. The estate extends over 28 hectares of Kimmeridgian soil, a pre-Jurassic soil of lagoons and marine deposits, dedicated to the cultivation of Chardonnay.
The grapes are fermented and matured on the lees for 12 months, with frequent batonnage, to give the wine a rounded and creamy texture. This winemaking process, combined with the u...
View product pageCôte de Beaune-Villages AOC 2020 Louis Jadot
Louis Jadot's Côte de Beaune-Villages represents a perfect balance between the regional wines of Burgundy and the most prestigious Crus. This appellation can be claimed by all the villages in the Côte de Beaune area, except four: Aloxe-Corton, Beaune, Pommard and Volnay.
The grapes, characterized by small berries of an intense dark red colour, undergo destemming followed by maceration in open tanks for 4 weeks, allowing the subtle terroir to fully reveal itself. The wine then matures in oak barre...
View product pageBeaune AOC Premier Cru Champs-Pimont 2020 Domaine Jacques Prieur
The Beaune Champs-Pimont 1er Cru Blanc by Jacques Prieur was born in vineyards located in the municipality of Beaune, in Burgundy, the cradle of high-quality French wines.
It is produced exclusively with Chardonnay grapes, harvested by hand in small boxes and pressed whole. Fermentation takes place in oak barrels at a controlled temperature. Once the malolactic fermentation is completed, the wine always ages in oak barrels for 19 months before being bottled.
It has an intense green-gold color. The...
View product pageBeaune AOC Clos de la Féguine Premier Cru Monopole 2020 Domaine Jacques Prieur
This Premier Cru red wine from Domaine Jacques Prieur was born in the 1.59 hectare "Clos de la Féguine" Monopole vineyard, within the Beaune appellation.
It is made entirely of Pinot Noir grapes, which are destemmed. This is followed by fermentation lasting 18 days at a controlled temperature in open wooden vats. The aging takes place in oak barrels and lasts 17 months.
Intense ruby red in colour, it expresses itself on the nose with aromas of black fruits and spices. The sip is fresh, with ripe t...
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