How to store a Savoie and Bugey wine to preserve its aromas?

To store a Savoie or Bugey wine, keep the bottle away from light, in a cool place (between 10 and 15°C) with stable humidity. Make sure the bottle is laid down so that the cork remains moist. These conditions ensure the freshness and delicate aromas of grape varieties like Jacquère or Altesse.

What are the best food and wine pairings with a white wine from Savoie?

White wines from Savoie, especially those made from Jacquère or Altesse, pair perfectly with light dishes such as Savoyard fondue, lake fish, or raclette. Their freshness and minerality enhance the flavors without overpowering them, ideal for your convivial meals.

What are the main appellations of the Savoie and Bugey vineyards?

The Savoie vineyard has 20 communal denominations, among which Apremont, Arbin, Chignin, and Chignin-Bergeron are the most famous. In Bugey, there are appellations like Bugey, Montagnieu, Manicle, and Cerdon, each highlighting specific grape varieties and unique wine styles.

Which grape varieties characterize the red wines of Savoie?

The main grape variety of Savoie red wines is Mondeuse, known for its intense aromas of violet, blackcurrant, and white pepper. These wines are full-bodied with a purplish robe, offering a nice structure and complexity, perfect to accompany red meats or spicy dishes.

Where can I buy authentic Savoie and Bugey wines online?

You can discover and purchase a carefully selected range of Savoie and Bugey wines directly on the Grands Bourgognes shop. We offer only authentic crus, carefully chosen for their quality, with a dedicated customer service to guide you in your choices.

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The vineyards of Savoie

The vineyards of Savoie occupy the foothills of the Prealps, bordering the Great Lakes of the region, Leman and Bourget, and running along the Isère and Arve rivers. Although the climate is often harsh, the Pre-Alps valley is protected by the Chartreuse and Bauges massifs, which provide favourable microclimates. Established on extremely scattered terroirs, Savoyard wines benefit from 20 communal denominations attributed to original terroirs: Apremont, Arbin, Chignin for the best known. As for Bugey, it occupies the southern part of the vineyard and wanders along the Rhône from Bourg- en-Bresse to Seyssel. In these two appellations, the white wine is largely dominant (70 %). The diversity of the grape varieties plays a fundamental role in obtaining original wines, as atypical as varied: the mineral Jacquère is the most widespread, followed by Altesse (or Roussette) to which two AOCs have been dedicated: Roussette de Savoie and Roussette de Bugey. Finally, Roussanne, or Bergeron, produces sublime wines for ageing (Chignin-Bergeron) that rival the other great French wines. In red, Montreuse is the grape variety of choice: surprisingly full-bodied with aromas of violets, blackcurrant and white pepper, the wines have a purple colour. In Bugey, it is the sparkling wines that are in the spotlight. There are also 4 terroir appellations, each dedicated to a grape variety: Mondeuse for Montagnieu, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay for Manicle and Roussette for Virieu-le-Grand, and finally Gamay blended with the Jura Plousard for the sparkling rosé of Cerdon.