Bourgogne Côte d’Or „La Monatine“ Sans Sulfite Ajouté AOC 2022 1500ml Magnum

Wine Description for Bourgogne Côte d’Or „La Monatine“ Sans Sulfite Ajouté AOC 2022 1500ml Magnum by Rougeot Père & Fils

Character

An unsulphured Chardonnay from Burgundy, maturing in the imposing magnum bottle – a statement for purists and lovers of natural winemaking. The Rougeot family, rooted in Meursault for generations, ventures here into a Sans Sulfite Ajouté wine that expresses the fruit and minerality of the Côte d’Or without technological crutches. The magnum format encourages a slower, more harmonious development.

Terroir & Origin

The Côte d’Or is the heartland of Burgundy, where limestone soils and a continental climate create ideal conditions for Chardonnay. The Bourgogne Côte d’Or appellation was only created in 2017 and encompasses sites along the famous Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits. Here, Burgundian elegance combines with accessible regionality – wines that interpret the terroir without the price pressure of the Grand Crus. The 2022 vintage brought concentrated, fresh grapes with vibrant acidity after a challenging summer.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Chardonnay shows its purest form in Burgundy: mineral, precise, with subtle fruit. Vinification without added sulphur demands the utmost care – flawless grapes, hygienic perfection, often spontaneous fermentation with natural yeasts. Such wines thrive on their vitality and authenticity, forgoing standardisation in favour of expression. The Rougeots understand their craft, balancing risk and purity. The result: a wine that unites Burgundian tradition with contemporary natural wine ethos.

Food Pairing Suggestions

This Chardonnay calls for uncomplicated yet quality cuisine: grilled sea bass, scallops with butter, Comté cheese of medium maturity, or a classic Poulet de Bresse with cream sauce. The vibrant acidity and absence of sulphur make it an ideal companion to raw fish, oysters, or a simple vegetable terrine. A wine for the moment, best enjoyed lightly chilled.