Bourgogne Côte d’Or „Les Grandes Gouttes“ l’Orange Sans Sulfite Ajouté AOC 2022

Wine Description for Bourgogne Côte d’Or „Les Grandes Gouttes“ l’Orange Sans Sulfite Ajouté AOC 2022 by Rougeot Père & Fils

Character

A bold Chardonnay that deliberately breaks conventional expectations of Burgundy white wine. The designation „l’Orange“ refers to the macerated vinification with skin contact, a technique that gives this wine a completely different identity from classic Bourgogne Blancs. The addition „Sans Sulfite Ajouté“ underscores the naturalistic philosophy of Rougeot Père & Fils – a wine that embraces minimal intervention and maximum authenticity.

Terroir & Origin

The Côte d’Or is regarded as the heart of Burgundy, where Chardonnay is normally vinified into crystal-clear, mineral white wines. „Les Grandes Gouttes“ hails from this privileged zone, where limestone soils and continental climate create ideal conditions. The fact that an Orange Wine emerges here demonstrates the courage of a new generation of Burgundy winemakers who respect tradition but are not bound by it.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Chardonnay reveals an unusual side here: through maceration on skins, the wine extracts tannins, phenols and pigments from the skins, giving it an amber hue and structural complexity. Vinification without added sulphur requires precise timing and healthy fruit material. The result is a textured, often spicy wine with more grip than classic Chardonnay – a Burgundian interpretation of the skin-contact style that marries freshness with oxidative notes.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Orange Wines challenge the kitchen and reward culinary experimentation. Ideal with Moroccan tagines, roasted root vegetables with tahini, hard cheeses such as aged Comté or smoked fish. The tannin structure also pairs well with mushroom dishes, terrine or poultry with herb crust. A wine for curious drinkers seeking Burgundian precision combined with natural vitality.