{"title":"CÔTE CHALONNAISE","description":"\u003cp class=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Côte Chalonnaise Vineyards\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/Collection_Banner_ccc126c0-d1d9-47e0-8f23-ee222c151909.jpg?v=1530122287\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eIf you are looking for the \"insider's secret\" to Burgundy, the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"100\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eCôte Chalonnaise\u003c\/b\u003e is exactly where you should start. Sitting just south of the famous Côte d’Or, this region is a natural continuation of the legendary \"Golden Slope.\" It shares the same limestone soils and historic heritage, yet remains the best-value district in the entire region, offering honest, high-quality wines that punch well above their weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eThe region is defined by five key villages, each with a distinct character. For lovers of \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"90\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003ePinot Noir\u003c\/b\u003e, villages like \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"116\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eMercurey\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"129\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eGivry\u003c\/b\u003e are the stars, producing reds that are bright, \"crunchy,\" and filled with fresh cherry flavours. For those who prefer \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"253\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/b\u003e, the vineyards of \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"282\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eRully\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"292\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eMontagny\u003c\/b\u003e offer a beautifully balanced style—fresher than the buttery whites of the north, but with plenty of elegant fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThe Côte Chalonnaise is also a place for unique discoveries. It is the spiritual home of \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"89\" data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eCrémant de Bourgogne\u003c\/b\u003e, the region's superb sparkling wine, and houses the village of \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"173\" data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eBouzeron\u003c\/b\u003e—the only place in Burgundy where the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"219\" data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eAligoté\u003c\/b\u003e grape is given its own prestigious title. Whether you are looking for a sophisticated fizz, a zesty white, or a silky red for the weekend, this collection proves that you don’t need a famous \"Grand Cru\" label to enjoy a world-class glass of Burgundy.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"domaine-de-villaine-bourgogne-aligote-de-bouzeron","title":"Domaine de Villaine Bouzeron 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDomaine de Villaine is the private holding of Aubert de Villaine, the co-owner of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, which is now managed by his nephew Pierre de Benoïst. It is here in the village of Bouzeron that the white Aligoté grape is allowed to truly flourish, by being planted on the best terroir, on the slopes, leading to ripe, honeyed fruit and an elegant mineral backbone. True to its varietal nature, the Domaine de Villaine Bouzeron is a lively, fruity wine, but it also has a finesse and roundness that spring from the essential nature of the terroir. This is an elegant appetising wine with great personality. [#intro]An elegant \u0026amp; appetising Aligoté from the private holding of Aubert de Villaine...[\/intro]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine de Villaine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53517031276925,"sku":"A22DVILLAINEBA-1","price":36.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/BouzeronBt.jpg?v=1729610108"},{"product_id":"domaine-stephane-aladame-montagny-1er-cru-les-maroques","title":"Domaine Stéphane Aladame Montagny 1er Cru Les Maroques 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eDespite the fact that the name 'Les Maroques' is derived from the ancient French 'marais', which means 'swamp', this east facing single parcel of Montagny 1er Cru is situated at 300 to 330 metres altitude. The vines are aged between 20 and 58 years old and are planted on well-hydrated clay-limestone soils, resulting in wines characterised by a marked minerality. The 3.5 hectares plot has been farmed organically since the early 2000s. Made from 100% Chardonnay the fruit was hand picked, whole bunch pressed, and the must was allowed to settle before fermentation with indigenous yeasts took place in 100% old French oak barrels. The must underwent full malolactic fermentation and the wine was matured for 12 months before bottling. Stéphane Aladame's 'Les Maroques' Montagny 1er Cru reveals pure and refined hints of fresh white peach, together with delicate floral and citrus notes. On the palate, this medium-bodied wine has a delicate structure with marked mineral undertones and a lingering finish.[#intro]Pure, crystalline Montagny 1er Cru from one of the stars of the Côte Chalonnaise...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stéphane Aladame","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39721718218819,"sku":"A23ALADAMEMOROQUES","price":43.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/MontagnyLesMoroquesBottle.jpg?v=1642190862"},{"product_id":"domaine-dureuil-janthial-bourgogne-blanc","title":"Domaine Dureuil-Janthial Bourgogne Blanc","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrapes for the Domaine Dureuil Janthial Bourgogne Blanc are sourced from a one hectare plot planted in 1955 in the lieu-dit of “La Combe” in the commune of Puligny Montrachet. At the winery the handpicked fruit is directly pressed without crushing. Fermentation takes place in barrels (20% new) and then maturation for 12 months in barrel followed by 6 months in stainless steel vats. The wine was then bottled according to the lunar calendar. long maturing period gives this wine excellent cellaring ability. Superb minerality, in spite of always harvesting at maximum ripeness. The long maturing period gives this wine excellent cellaring ability. A complex wine of superb richness and minerality.[#intro]Exquisite \"baby\" Puligny from a genuine, superstar Burgundy domaine...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Dureuil-Janthial","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41003287412803,"sku":"A21VDJBOURGOGNEBLANC","price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/BourgogneBt.jpg?v=1709744860"},{"product_id":"domaine-dureuil-janthial-rully-rouge","title":"Domaine Dureuil-Janthial Rully Rouge 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Domaine Dureuil-Janthial Rully Rouge is sourced from three parcels of vines planted in the appellation in 1974, 1978 and 1980. The grapes are handpicked and at the winery they're double sorted, on a vibrating sorting table and a conveyor belt. Maturation involves 12 months in barrel (33 % new) with malolactic fermentation, then 6 months in stainless steel vats before being bottled according to the lunar calendar. Deeply concentrated in colour the Domaine Dureuil-Janthial Rully Rouge offers ripe, generous, sweet dark-cherry flavours. [#intro]Deeply concentrated in colour Vincent Dureuil's Rully Rouge offers ripe, sweet dark-cherry flavours...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Dureuil-Janthial","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41005667975235,"sku":"A21VDJRULLYROUGE","price":36.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/RullyRougeBt.jpg?v=1709806822"},{"product_id":"domaine-dureuil-janthial-rully-blanc","title":"Domaine Dureuil-Janthial Rully Blanc","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Domaine Dureuil-Janthial Rully Blanc is sourced from five separate parcels across the appellation, planted between 1920 and 2007. The Chardonnay grapes are handpicked, directly pressed without crushing and put into barrels for alcoholic fermentation (20 % new barrels). Each parcel is vinified separately and only blended just before bottling. Matured for 12 months in barrel, then 6 months in stainless steel vats before being bottled according to the lunar calendar. A wine of superb minerality the Rully Blanc is full, rich and satisfying, with a lovely lemony acidity. [#intro]This Rully Blanc is full, rich \u0026amp; satisfying with a lovely lemony acidity...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Dureuil-Janthial","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41006123253827,"sku":"A21VDJRULLYBLANC","price":36.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/RullyBlancBt.jpg?v=1709808003"},{"product_id":"joseph-drouhin-rully-blanc","title":"Joseph Drouhin Rully Blanc 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Maison Jospeh Drouhin Rully Blanc is 100% Chardonnay sourced from the communes of Rully and Chagny. Located at the entrance to the Côte d'Or, a few kilometres south of Santenay, the Rully appellation is part of the Mercury Region. Grapes for this wine are hand-harvested on some parcels owned by the Drouhin Family as well as from fruit supplied from Drouhin's preferred growers. Fermentation and ageing takes place in oak. Maturation lasts for up to 14 months in French oak barrels (10-15% new). The aromas are fresh and fruity, with nuances of broom shrub, almond and delicious preserved citrus notes. On the palate, it is fresh and elegant. A long and delicious aftertaste makes for a lasting impression. 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The wine is sourced from the highly regarded Bonneveaux vineyard, one of the top Premier Cru climats in the Montagny appellation, known for its limestone-rich soils that impart a precise minerality to the Chardonnay. Made by a producer renowned for crafting some of the world's finest white wines in Puligny-Montrachet, this 2022 vintage offers the characteristic purity, balance, and controlled elegance that the Leflaive name guarantees, making it a compelling alternative to more expensive Côte de Beaune wines. The nose is bright and expressive, leading with classic Chardonnay notes of lemon zest, crisp green apple, and white flowers. Subtle hints of buttered toast and wet stone minerality emerge with air. Medium-bodied and intensely focused, the palate is dominated by vibrant citrus fruit and excellent tension. The subtle oak influence from the cellar work of Olivier Leflaive adds a creamy texture without overwhelming the pure fruit core. 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