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History of Viticulture in Burgundy: A Millennial and Prestigious Heritage
Burgundy is much more than a wine region in France: it is a true sanctuary of wine, where each plot, each climate, tells a story more than two thousand years old. The first vines were planted in the Gallo-Roman era, on well-exposed hillsides and mineral-rich limestone soils. From this period, the Burgundy vineyard benefited from an exceptional environment, with a semi-continental climate and diverse terroirs.
In the Middle Ages, Benedictine and Cistercian monks played a central role in the rise of viticulture. Their patient work of delimitation and observation allowed for the definition of Burgundy appellations and climates, now listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites. These monks were the first to understand that each named place – from Meursault to Pommard, from Chablis to Santenay, from Nuits-Saint-Georges to Gevrey-Chambertin – possessed a unique identity, linked to the nature of the soil, exposure, and microclimate.
Time also brought its share of challenges: the phylloxera crisis in the 19th century, world wars, and economic upheavals. Yet, Burgundy is renowned for its resilience. Generations of winegrowers, often heirs to family estates cultivating a few hectares, have managed to preserve traditional grape varieties while adopting environmentally friendly innovations.
Since the end of the 20th century, the region has experienced a remarkable revival, notably thanks to the rise of organic farming, biodynamics, and natural wines. Iconic estates and small family properties highlight cuvées where the expression of the terroir reigns supreme. Here, each prestigious vintage tells the story of the weather, the land, and the passion of the men and women who cultivate these vines.
Today, a Burgundy wine is not just a product: it is a fragment of history, a sensory journey that goes far beyond tasting. From powerful and elegant great red Burgundy wines to refined great white Burgundy wines, not forgetting Crémant de Bourgogne and even delicate rosé wines, the Burgundy vineyard offers exceptional diversity, captivating amateurs and connoisseurs worldwide.
Discover the Authenticity and Richness of Burgundy Grape Varieties
Burgundy grape varieties are the beating heart of the region. The Burgundy vineyard favors single varietals to reveal the purity and authenticity of each plot, offering the best food and wine pairings.
Pinot Noir The king of Pinot Noir grape varieties and a symbol of great red Burgundy wines, Pinot Noir is delicate and demanding. It thrives ideally on the limestone and clay-limestone soils of the Côtes de Nuits, Hautes-Côtes de Beaune, and Côte de Beaune. On the palate, it unfolds subtle aromas of cherry, raspberry, violet, with evolving notes of undergrowth and spices. AOC Burgundy and premier crus from Marsannay, Volnay, Nuits-Saint-Georges, or Gevrey-Chambertin offer some of the best red wines capable of aging for several decades. Each bottle of wine reflects the imprint of the terroir and the expertise of the Burgundian winemaker.
Chardonnay A symbol of white Burgundy wines, Chardonnay expresses itself differently depending on the terroir. In Chablis, it is taut and mineral, with notes of citrus and white flowers. In prestigious appellations like Meursault or Puligny-Montrachet, it gains amplitude and complexity, offering a velvety texture and great length. In Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes and the Mâconnais, it produces fruitier wines, perfect for accompanying fish and poultry. The grand crus of white Burgundy like Montrachet or Corton-Charlemagne are considered among the best in the world.
Aligoté Bourgogne Aligoté is a lively and aromatic white grape variety, perfect for aperitifs and pairings with seafood. It embodies the diversity of white grape varieties and is among the lesser-known but highly appreciated treasures.
Gamay and Others In certain areas like the south of the Mâconnais, Gamay produces fruity and supple red wines. Rosé wines are also found, rare but sought after for their freshness.
Burgundy Wines and Appellations
Spanning 230 km, Burgundy has five main sub-regions: Chablis, Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune, Côte Chalonnaise, and Mâconnais. Each Burgundy appellation and each Burgundy grand cru has its unique personality.
Chablis Renowned for its dry white wines made from Chardonnay, Chablis also produces prestigious cuvées such as Chablis Grand Cru.
Côte de Nuits Famous for its great red Burgundy wines made from Pinot Noir, this area is home to world-renowned premier crus and grand crus like Romanée-Conti or Chambertin.
Côte de Beaune Home to Meursault, Pommard, Volnay, and Santenay, the Côte de Beaune excels in both red and white wines. Great cuvées from premier crus and grand crus are also produced there.
Côte Chalonnaise and Mâconnais Here, appellations like Mercurey or Rully offer excellent value for money. This is also a key area for Crémant de Bourgogne.
Terroirs, Expertise, and International Prestige
Burgundy produces a mosaic of unique wines, thanks to its varied soils – limestone, marls, clays – and its demanding climate. Each estate highlights its style, whether it's a small Burgundian winegrower cultivating 5 hectares or a historic château producing great cuvées.
Vinification techniques are precise: long maceration for Pinot Noir, gentle pressing for Chardonnay, barrel aging for grand cru Burgundy cuvées. Traditional cellars store wine bottles in ideal conditions, allowing prestigious vintages to reach their peak.
Why Choose a Burgundy Wine?
Choosing a Burgundy wine is much more than buying a bottle: it's acquiring a piece of France's wine history and a journey through a multi-faceted Burgundy vineyard. The region, rich in its prestigious Burgundy appellations, offers both great red Burgundy wines and great white Burgundy wines, each from terroirs carefully cultivated by generations of Burgundian winegrowers.
Whether it's a Meursault with buttery and complex notes, a powerful Nuits-Saint-Georges, a lively and mineral Petit Chablis, or a deep and refined Gevrey-Chambertin, each cuvée expresses the richness of Burgundy wines. The estates and châteaux of the region also produce delicate rosé wines, elegant Crémants de Bourgogne, and refreshing Bourgogne Aligoté, perfect for varying pleasures.
Enthusiasts in search of the best red wines will find premier crus and grand crus of Burgundy here that are among the most sought-after in the world. Thanks to limited yields per hectare and traditional winemaking methods, these wines combine structure, elegance, and exceptional aging potential. From selected Bourgogne Pinot Noir to great red Burgundy white wines (rare and confidential blends), the region offers a diversity that appeals to both novices and discerning connoisseurs.
By choosing a Burgundy wine, one also chooses to support a living heritage, shaped by passion and expertise, where each bottle of wine is a reflection of a unique terroir and a prestigious vintage.
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Unit price perMorey Saint Denis 1er Cru Monts Luisants White White 2023
€150,50
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Unit price perMorey Saint Denis les Champs de la Vigne Qvevris Red 2022
This great organic and natural red Burgundy wine is produced by Frédéric Cossard. Made entirely from Pinot Noir (a Pinot Fin variety), it is produced in the Morey-Saint-Denis appellation and comes from the "Les Champs de la Vigne" climate. Its distinctive feature is its terracotta aging, which suits it well.
Vinification
The vines grow on a clay-limestone plot and are around sixty years old. They are made from Pinot Fin grapes, an old strain of Pinot Noir that is increasingly rare in Burgundy. The harvest macerates in whole bunches and the wine is aged in qvevri (Georgian-style terracotta jars) for at least a year. This maturation gives it a velvety patina and allows its red fruit aromas to flourish.
Tasting
Typical of the Morey-Saint-Denis climate, this Champs de la Vigne is a powerful and complex wine, offering notes of violet and red fruits. It expresses opulent fruit and remarkable minerality. Great elegance and finesse, silky and satiny with a lovely earthy and mineral nuance. The qvevri accentuates its fruitiness and the melting tannins. It will be a pleasure to pair it with grilled duck breast, grilled meats, beef, charcuterie and salted meats.
Learn more about Frédéric Cossard and the domaine de Chassorney
Frédéric Cossard and the domaine de Chassorney give the floor to organic and natural wines from Burgundy (and elsewhere), undistorted by agricultural chemistry, according to the style and convictions of this winegrower and merchant. Wherever the grapes come from, his wines bear the Cossard brand, both classic and creative.
Between viticulture and trade
Frédéric Cossard created the domaine de Chassorney in 1996: initially a few ares of vines in Saint-Romain, Auxey-Duresses and Savigny-lès-Beaune, and currently ten hectares spread across the Nuits-Saint-Georges, Pommard, Volnay, Bourgogne-Hautes-Côtes-de-Beaune and Bourgogne appellations. In 2006, he created his own trading house and buys organic grapes from the greatest climates of Burgundy, but also from Jura, Languedoc and elsewhere.
A solid commitment to nature
At Frédéric Cossard, the work of the soil and the vines is done naturally: plowing by horse, biodynamics, no chemical fertilizers or weedkillers. The harvest, by hand, is carried out at full maturity. Frédéric Cossard's vintages are rare and sought-after, wines that are always highly anticipated but which sometimes require waiting.
€63,90
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Unit price perBurgundy Bigotes Qvevris White 2022,
Frédéric Cossard
With the Burgundy Bigotes Qvevris White 2022, Frédéric Cossard explores a unique approach to Chardonnay, aging it in qvevris (Georgian amphorae). This ancestral vinification method allows the terroir to be expressed in a unique way, producing a white wine that is both pure and structured.
An exceptional Chardonnay
Grown on clay-limestone soils, this wine benefits from a vinification process without additives and aging in qvevris, which brings a beautiful aromatic complexity and a silky texture. Its mineral and taut profile makes it an atypical and fascinating cuvée.
An expressive nose and a vibrant palate
The nose reveals notes of ripe white fruits, citrus fruits and dried flowers, with a mineral and slightly smoky touch. On the palate, the body is ample and structured, carried by a vibrant acidity and a long and saline finish.
What to enjoy with this wine?
Ideally served at 10-12°C, this white Burgundy will go perfectly with oysters, fish ceviche or mature goat cheeses. Its aging potential of 5 to 10 years will allow it to evolve towards even more complex and deep aromas.
€205,00
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Unit price perMorey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru "Monts Luisants" Red 2022,
Frédéric Cossard 2022
From the Monts Luisants plot, this organic and natural red premier cru is a rarity. Vinified by Frédéric Cossard, it is a beautiful Burgundy wine in the Morey-Saint-Denis appellation, in the Côte de Nuits.
Vinification
The small clay-limestone Monts Luisants plot is located above the village of Morey-Saint-Denis. The Pinot Noir planted here is of the Pinot Fin variety, a very old and increasingly rare strain. The vines are around seventy years old. The vines are cultivated without pesticides and the wine is made without any additives or added sulfites, with whole bunch maceration.
Tasting
A dense, powerful, complex and elegant wine, a Burgundian gem like Frédéric Cossard knows how to make. This Morey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru "Monts Luisants" is overflowing with aromas of fresh fruit, substance and depth, with notes of red fruits and violets. This bewitching wine promises to improve for a long time, ten years and more. If you don't taste it beforehand, enjoy it with charcuterie, cured meats, roasted or grilled meats. A beautiful piece of wagyu from Spain or Japan selected by Aitana, that sounds tempting! Or a good fatty steak from Mézenc, not bad either with this great Burgundy.
Learn more about Frédéric Cossard
Frédéric Cossard gives the floor in organic and natural mode to the wines of Burgundy (and elsewhere), undistorted by agricultural chemicals, according to the style and convictions of this winegrower and merchant. Wherever the grapes come from, his wines bear the Cossard brand, both classic and creative.
Between viticulture and trading
Frédéric Cossard created the Chassorney estate in 1996: initially a few ares of vines in Saint-Romain, Auxey-Duresses and Savigny-lès-Beaune, then ten hectares spread across the Nuits-Saint-Georges, Pommard, Volnay, Bourgogne-Hautes-Côtes-de-Beaune and Bourgogne appellations. Since the recent sale of this estate, Frédéric continues to manage his trading house, created in 2006 in his own name. He vinifies grapes from the greatest climates of Burgundy, but also from the Jura, Languedoc and elsewhere.
A solid commitment to nature
At Frédéric Cossard, the work of the soil and the vines is done naturally: plowing by horse, biodynamics, no chemical fertilizers or weedkillers. The harvest, by hand, is carried out at full maturity. Frédéric Cossard's vintages are rare and coveted, wines that are always highly anticipated but which sometimes require waiting.
€72,00
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Unit price perMercurey Les Vignes Blanches Qvevris Red 2022
The "Les Vignes Blanches" vintage is an organic and natural red wine from the Bourgogne-Mercurey appellation. It is produced by Frédéric Cossard, exclusively from Pinot Noir and aged in terracotta containers (qvevris).
Vinification
Les Vignes Blanches is a climat in the Mercurey appellation with clay-limestone soil. Frédéric Cossard vinified and aged it in qvevri (Georgian-style buried jars), which gives it a patina, rounds it out, and accentuates its velvety texture and depth. It is aged for one year.
Tasting
Fresh, wild, and intense, this Mercurey "Les Vignes Blanches" is a pleasure to drink with abandon. Morello cherries, black fruits, cherry, raspberry, complexity on the nose, giving way to floral then mineral and roasted notes. On the palate, there is plenty of fruit, sap, breadth, and density, with silky, melted tannins of great finesse, completely devoid of harshness. Long, fruity, and distinguished finish. Made for the rib steak, the beef fillet, the roast duck, the fine charcuterie.
Learn more about Frédéric Cossard and the Domaine de Chassorney
Frédéric Cossard and the domaine de Chassorney give the floor in organic and natural mode to Burgundy wines (and moreover), not distorted by agricultural chemistry, according to the style and convictions of this winegrower and merchant. Wherever the grapes come from, his wines bear the Cossard brand, both classic and creative.
Between viticulture and trade
Frédéric Cossard created the domaine de Chassorney in 1996: initially a few ares of vines in Saint-Romain, Auxey-Duresses and Savigny-lès-Beaune, and currently ten hectares spread across the Nuits-Saint-Georges, Pommard, Volnay, Bourgogne-Hautes-Côtes-de-Beaune and Bourgogne appellations. In 2006, he created his own trading house and buys organic grapes from the greatest climates of Burgundy, but also from Jura, Languedoc and elsewhere.
A solid commitment to nature
At Frédéric Cossard, the work of the soil and the vines is done naturally: plowing by horse, biodynamics, no chemical fertilizers or weedkillers. The harvest, by hand, is carried out at full maturity. Frédéric Cossard's vintages are rare and sought-after, wines that are always highly anticipated but which sometimes require waiting.
Skin-Contact Rafling White 2020,
Fruit, balance, elegance, roundness, and integrity all at once, this Riesling has a lot to tell. Our own Frédéric Cossard, equally at home in Burgundian-style winemaking (but without additives) as he is in the multi-hued refinements of merchant winemaking, now offers us a Riesling vinified with skin-contact maceration. Don't nitpick too much about food and wine pairings, this one is tailored for all circumstances.
Find out more
Through his entirely natural work, Frédéric Cossard gives voice to the terroirs and Burgundy wines, undeformed by agricultural chemicals. Having observed, during his years of trading, the existence of harmful wine-growing practices, the winemaker used this counter-example to practice unadulterated viticulture. Thus, he produces vintages of purity and elegance without artifice that are among the most sought-after in Burgundy. Frédéric worked as a wine broker for some time before creating the domaine de Chassorney with his partner Laure in 1996: initially a few ares of vines in Saint-Romain, Auxey-Duresses and Savigny-lès-Beaune, and currently ten hectares spread across the Nuits-Saint-Georges, Pommard, Volnay, Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune and Bourgogne appellations. In 2006, he created his own wine trading house and buys organic grapes to vinify, according to his style and convictions, great vintages such as Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet, Chassagne-Montrachet, Pommard, Nuits-Saint-Georges, Chambolle-Musigny, Vosne-Romanée and several Beaujolais crus. The practice is not limited to Burgundy since vintages are made from grapes purchased in the Jura or Languedoc. At his place, the work of the soil and the vines is done as naturally as possible: regular ploughing by horse, no addition of chemical fertilizers or weedkillers. The vines are cared for according to the principles of biodynamics: homeopathic treatments based on essential oils, copper and sulfur in minimal doses. The harvest is entirely manual, carried out at full maturity, at the end of October. Red or white, classic Burgundies or more atypical or less "regional" bottles, Frédéric's vintages are rare and coveted wines, which sometimes require waiting.
€112,00
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Unit price perSkin Contact Combe Bazin White 2016
Domaine de Chassorney
This Chardonnay comes from a steep, east-facing plot between 280 and 400 meters above sea level. The soils are mainly marl, limestone, and clay. After skin maceration, the wine is aged for about a year in barrels. This climate is known for producing mineral, lively, sapid, and persistent wines, with the added bonus of Burgundian smoothness.
Natural wine with no added sulfites.
Perspectives White 2024
Domaine de la Sorbiere
A Burgundy that opens up new horizons
Perspectives is a rare and luminous cuvée, originating from the Bourgogne AOC, but boasting a unique perspective. The plot, located at the southernmost edge of the appellation, borders Beaujolais. From there, the view encompasses a 360-degree panorama of two great wine regions: Burgundy and Beaujolais. It is this expansive vision, this sense of space and balance, that this wine seeks to convey.
Purity of Chardonnay, ancestral aging
Made from Chardonnay grapes grown without synthetic inputs on schist soils, Perspective benefits from natural vinification using direct pressing, followed by six months of aging in amphorae, which gives it a limpid texture and striking mineral tension. No superfluous oenological intervention: here, only indigenous yeasts orchestrate the fermentation, allowing the terroir to express itself freely.
A vibrant white, full of freshness
On tasting, the wine is clear, bright, and a pale yellow with silvery highlights. The nose opens with delicate notes of honeysuckle, fresh lemon, and a touch of salinity reminiscent of sea spray. On the palate, a wave of freshness, taut and tangy, almost crystalline, accompanies a lovely fruity depth. The finish is clean, long, and mouthwatering.
Suitable for large gatherings as well as for aperitifs
This characterful white wine pairs equally well with shellfish, cooked fish, or mushrooms, as with white meats or soft cheeses. Served chilled, it reveals its full gastronomic potential and can be aged for 5 to 10 years without any problem.
€126,00
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Unit price perSaint Romain Sous Roche Rouge 2018,
Domaine de Chassorney
The olfactory bouquet of this Saint-Romain "Sous Roche" offers notes of morello cherry and sweeter red fruits such as strawberry and pomegranate. On the palate, it displays superb structure, well-rounded tannins, and lovely notes of rustic, earthy red and black fruits. There is plenty of mid-palate concentration, aromas, energy, and length. The wine blossoms beautifully in the glass. This Saint-Romain "Sous Roche" is a pure Pinot Noir from a plot with a steep, south-southeast-facing terroir located between 280 and 400 meters above sea level in the Saint-Romain appellation. The soils are primarily marl, limestone, and clay. The grapes, from fifty-year-old vines, macerate in whole bunches. The aging is approximately one year in barrels.
To find out more
Through his entirely natural work, Frédéric Cossard gives voice to the terroirs and Burgundy wines, undeformed by agricultural chemicals. Having observed, during his years of trading, the existence of harmful viticultural practices, the winemaker used this counter-example to practice unadulterated viticulture. Thus, he produces vintages of purity and elegance without artifice that are among the most sought-after in Burgundy. Frédéric worked for some time as a wine broker before creating the Chassorney estate with his partner Laure in 1996: initially a few ares of vines in Saint-Romain, Auxey-Duresses and Savigny-lès-Beaune, and currently ten hectares spread across the Nuits-Saint-Georges, Pommard, Volnay, Bourgogne-Hautes-Côtes-de-Beaune and Bourgogne appellations. In 2006, he created his own wine trading house and buys organic grapes to vinify, according to his style and convictions, great vintages such as Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet, Chassagne-Montrachet, Pommard, Nuits-Saint-Georges, Chambolle-Musigny, Vosne-Romanée and several Beaujolais crus. The practice is not limited to Burgundy, as vintages are made from grapes purchased in the Jura, Languedoc, and elsewhere. At his farm, the soil and vines are worked as naturally as possible: regular horse-drawn ploughing, no addition of chemical fertilizers or weedkillers. The vines are tended according to biodynamic principles: homeopathic treatments based on essential oils, copper, and sulfur in minimal doses. The harvest is entirely manual, carried out at full maturity, at the end of October. Red or white, classic Burgundies or more atypical or less "regional" bottles, Frédéric's vintages are rare and sought-after wines, which sometimes require waiting.
€122,00
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