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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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Frédéric Cossard - Domaine de Chassorney
Puligny Montrachet 1er Cru les Folatières White 2022
36900
€369,00
Unit price perFrédéric Cossard - Domaine de Chassorney
Puligny Montrachet 1er Cru les Folatières White 2022
36900
€369,00
Unit price perPuligny Montrachet 1er Cru les Folatières White 2022,
An exceptional, distinguished and timeless Chardonnay
Frédéric Cossard's Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Folatières 2022 embodies all the nobility and elegance of Burgundy. Made from old vines deeply rooted in the clay-limestone soils of the prestigious Folatières plot, this white wine reveals a pure and precise expression of Chardonnay. The direct-press vinification and careful one-year aging in barrels bring remarkable complexity and finesse.
A tasting full of power and refinement
From the first nose, this 1er Cru seduces with its intense and complex bouquet. Aromas of fresh citrus, lemon zest, and green apple are accompanied by mineral notes reminiscent of gunflint. On the palate, the attack is lively and precise, revealing a powerful structure and a silky texture. The minerality typical of limestone terroirs provides superb tension, balanced by an aromatic richness that stretches into a long and elegant finish, marked by a subtle salinity.
A gastronomic wine with great ageing potential
This Puligny-Montrachet Les Folatières is ideal with refined dishes. It will enhance noble shellfish such as lobster or crayfish, fish in sauce, or even roast poultry. Its aromatic complexity also pairs perfectly with mature cheeses such as an old comté or an ash goat cheese.
Served between 10 and 12°C after decanting, this wine fully reveals its potential. With an excellent aging potential of 5 to 10 years, it will be able to evolve in the bottle, developing even more complex tertiary aromas.
Skin-Contact Rafling White 2021
Classified as a Vin de France, Skin Contact Rafling is a wine resulting from a fairly extensive skin maceration: hence the presence of "Skin Contact" on the label. "Rafling" is a play on words relating to the maceration on stems (whole bunches) and the name of the Riesling grape variety. It is a dense and robust wine that is both round and straightforward, elegant and full of personality. Our national Frédéric Cossard, as comfortable with Burgundian-style winemaking (but without additives) as with the multi-colored refinements of merchant winemaking, offers us here a Riesling from twenty-five-year-old biodynamic vines harvested in Alsace on clay-limestone soil. Maceration is three weeks in whole bunches. Don't worry too much about food and wine pairings, this one is made for all occasions and can even compete with dishes that we usually think are reserved for red wine. Its aging potential—at least ten years—is generous.
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Through his entirely natural work, Frédéric Cossard gives voice to the terroirs and Burgundy wines, undistorted 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 which are among the most sought-after in Burgundy. Frédéric worked for a time as a wine broker 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 merchant house and purchased 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 vintages. 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 plowing 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 sought-after wines, which sometimes require waiting.
Frédéric Cossard - Domaine de Chassorney
Saint Romain Sous Roche Qvevris Red 2020
10500
€105,00
Unit price perFrédéric Cossard - Domaine de Chassorney
Saint Romain Sous Roche Qvevris Red 2020
10500
€105,00
Unit price perSaint Romain Sous Roche Qvevris Red 2020
Domaine de Chassorney
Plenty of fruit and roundness supported by sumptuous minerality; the blackberry and blackcurrant give free rein, and the palate reveals remarkable density and fullness. The Pinot Noir benefits greatly from the smoothness provided by aging in qvevris (Georgian-style terracotta jars). This Pinot Noir from the Qvevris series comes 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 macerate in whole bunches.
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Through his entirely natural work, Frédéric Cossard gives voice to the terroirs and Burgundy wines, undistorted 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 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 home, the soil and vines are worked as naturally as possible: regular horse-drawn ploughing, no addition of chemical fertilizers or weedkillers. The vines are cared for 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. Reds or whites, classic Burgundies or more atypical or less "regional" bottles, Frédéric's vintages are rare and sought-after wines, which sometimes require waiting.
Frédéric Cossard - Domaine de Chassorney
Skin Contact Sous Roche Red 2016
11200
€112,00
Unit price perFrédéric Cossard - Domaine de Chassorney
Skin Contact Sous Roche Red 2016
11200
€112,00
Unit price perSkin Contact Sous Roche Red 2016
Domaine de Chassorney
This Pinot Noir comes 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 mainly marl, limestone and clay. The grapes, from fifty-year-old vines, macerate in whole bunches. Aging takes place for about a year in barrels. Beautiful structure, well-rounded tannins, and lovely notes of black fruits.
Natural wine with no added sulfites.
