Bourgogne Côte d’Or „Les Grandes Gouttes“ Sans Sulfite Ajouté AOC 2022 3000ml Doppel-Magnum

Wine Description for Bourgogne Côte d’Or „Les Grandes Gouttes“ Sans Sulfite Ajouté AOC 2022 3000ml Double Magnum by Rougeot Père & Fils

Character

A bold Chardonnay from Burgundy, vinified without added sulphur – a rarity in this prestigious region. Domaine Rougeot Père & Fils from Meursault demonstrates craftsmanship and confidence in the natural stability of their fruit with this wine. The double magnum bottle holding three litres underscores its celebratory character and offers optimal ageing conditions through the ideal ratio of wine to oxygen.

Terroir & Origin

The appellation Bourgogne Côte d’Or unites grapes from across the renowned Côte d’Or, the heartland of Burgundy. This regional classification allows winemakers to blend parcels from different vineyard sites and thus create an approachable yet characterful Burgundy. The soils of the Côte d’Or – a complex blend of limestone and marl – impart their characteristic minerality and finesse to the wines. The 2022 vintage brought concentrated, ripe grapes with good acidity structure following a warm summer.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Chardonnay finds its noblest expression in Burgundy. The decision for Sans Sulfite Ajouté demands meticulous work in the vineyard and absolutely healthy fruit. Without the protective sulphur buffer, the wine must be stable in its own right – through low yields, careful selection and clean cellar work. This method allows a more direct, unvarnished expression of fruit and terroir, yet demands timelier consumption. The Rougeot family has managed vineyard parcels in and around Meursault for generations and brings deep understanding of the Burgundian Chardonnay tradition.

Food Pairing Suggestions

A versatile companion to grilled sea fish, scallops or lobster with butter. In classic Burgundian fashion it harmonises with Poulet de Bresse, veal strips in cream sauce or Comté cheese. The freshness of this sulphur-free wine also makes it an ideal partner for sushi and raw oysters.