chardonnay le clos bugey cru manicle domaine bartschi natural White wine Bugey France
chardonnay le clos bugey cru manicle domaine bartschi natural White wine Bugey France
chardonnay le clos bugey cru manicle domaine bartschi natural White wine Bugey France
chardonnay le clos bugey cru manicle domaine bartschi natural White wine Bugey France

Chardonnay "Le Clos" Bugey cru Manicle 2024

Domaine Bartschi

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From the edges of the south-facing Cru Manicle, where the vines grow on pure gravelly limestone. Organically farmed and hand harvested, the Chardonnay is whole-bunch pressed and fermented spontaneously with indigenous yeasts. Fermentation continues in French oak, including 10% new oak, with a high proportion of solids retained during fermentation. After full malolactic fermentation, the wine ages for 11 months in barrel and two additional months in stainless steel before bottling without fining or filtration.

Lemon zest, orchard fruit, white flowers, hazelnut, flint, mineral finish

ABV:

  • 11%
  • 13.5%

Vintage:

  • 2024

Type:

  • White

Size:

  • 750 mL
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Pairings

Seared scallops, roast chicken, lobster, mushroom risotto, aged cheese

natural wine varietal

Varietal

Chardonnay

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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