Rully „Les Maizières“ blanc Sans Sulfites Ajouté AC 2020

Wine Description for Rully „Les Maizières“ blanc Sans Sulfites Ajouté AC 2020 by François de Nicolay

Colour & Appearance

Pale golden yellow with greenish reflections, crystal clear and vibrant in the glass. The moderate viscosity hints at the restrained alcohol content of 12% – a welcome freshness in an era of over-extracted Burgundies.

Nose

Reductive and precise: white flowers, green apple and lemon zest dominate initially. With air contact, the wine opens up and reveals brioche notes, hazelnut and a fine minerality reminiscent of wet stones. The absence of added sulphites lends the aromatics an unvarnished directness.

Palate

Lean, but by no means meagre. The racy acidity carries flavours of citrus fruits and white peach, whilst a subtle creamy texture provides balance. The saline minerality of Les Maizières characterises the mid-palate – typical of this hillside vineyard site in Rully. Nothing superfluous, nothing missing: pure expression of Chardonnay and limestone.

Finish

Medium length with persistent freshness and a fine almond tone. The acidity remains present without being intrusive – a wine that invites the next sip.

Terroir & Origin

Les Maizières lies in the heart of Rully, an often underrated appellation of the Côte Chalonnaise. The limestone-rich soils lend the white wines that tension and minerality which make them affordable alternatives to the Grands Crus of the Côte de Beaune.

Grape Variety & Vinification

100% Chardonnay from organically farmed vineyards of friendly growers. The élevage takes place in the cellars of Chandon de Briailles, but under the François de Nicolay label. The deliberate decision to work without added sulphites demands pristine grapes and precise cellar work – masterfully executed here.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Perfect with scallops, pike-perch in butter sauce, goat’s cheese or Comté. Also an excellent choice with chicken fricassée or mushroom risotto.

Special Features

A Sans Soufre wine that proves sulphite reduction need not mean compromise. Authentic Burgundy Chardonnay at a fair price – a rarity in today’s wine landscape.