Aux Marettes VdF Altesse 2023

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Made from organically farmed Altesse sourced from Motz in northwest Savoie, where sandstone molasse sits over limestone bedrock. The hand-harvested grapes are whole-bunch pressed and ferment spontaneously with indigenous yeasts before moving to neutral French oak barrels. After full malolactic fermentation, the wine ages for 11 months in barrel and an additional month in stainless steel. Bottled without fining or filtration.

Pear, quince, lemon peel, white flowers, almond, limestone

ABV:

  • 11%
  • 13.5%

Vintage:

  • 2023

Type:

  • White

Size:

  • 750 mL
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natural wine pairings

Pairings

Raclette, roast chicken, trout, mushroom dishes, soft cheeses

natural wine varietal

Varietal

Altesse

Adventure Level

Middle of the Road

Region

Bugey, France

The Producer

About Domaine Bartschi

Domaine Bärtschi is based in Cheignieu-la-Balme in Bugey, in the southern extension of France’s limestone-rich Jura mountains. Clément Bärtschi farms 3 hectares in the Manicle cru, planted to old-vine Chardonnay, massale-selection Pinot Noir, and Gamay. The estate is certified organic, with biodynamic practices also incorporated into the vineyards.

Bärtschi’s wines are made with hand-harvested grapes and indigenous yeasts. Whites are whole-cluster pressed, fermented, and aged in 228L French oak barrels, with 5–10% new oak. Reds undergo two weeks of whole-cluster maceration with gentle pump-overs before aging in neutral 228L French oak barrels.

About the Region

Bugey, France

Bugey, nestled in the eastern foothills of the French Alps, is emerging as a promising region for natural winemaking. With its rugged terrain, diverse microclimates, and ancient soils, Bugey offers a unique terroir for sustainable viticulture. Natural winemakers in the region prioritize organic and biodynamic farming practices, cultivating indigenous grape varieties such as Gamay, Mondeuse, and Altesse with minimal intervention. By eschewing chemical additives and focusing on natural fermentation, they produce wines that reflect the region's pristine landscapes and alpine freshness. Bugey's natural wines are known for their purity, elegance, and expressive fruit flavors, with reds offering vibrant berry notes and whites showcasing crisp acidity and floral aromatics. As the demand for authentic and terroir-driven wines continues to grow, Bugey remains at the forefront of France's natural wine movement, offering a taste of its unique terroir and artisanal winemaking traditions with each bottle.

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