# Bouzeron Les Bouillottes (2021)

- **Producer:** Domaine Guy Amiot et Fils
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Aligoté
- **Region:** Burgundy, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €29
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 10–13 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** citrus, green fruit, stone fruit, blossom, cloves, vanilla, almond, honey

## About this wine

Domaine Guy Amiot et Fils' Bouzeron Les Bouillottes is a white wine from the AOC Bouzeron in Burgundy's Côte Chalonnaise. This appellation is unique as it is exclusively dedicated to the Aligoté grape. The wine is produced from Aligoté Doré vines, known for their softness and fruitiness, grown on vines that are 45 years old. The vineyard is situated on white marl and limestone soils at an elevation of 270-350 meters. Domaine Guy Amiot et Fils is a family-owned estate with a history dating back to 1920, committed to expressing the character of their vineyard sites.

## Interesting facts

- Bouzeron is Burgundy's only village appellation exclusively for Aligoté.
- Vines for this cuvée are 45 years old.
- The soil is a mix of white marl and limestone.
- Aligoté Doré is known for its softness and fruitiness.

## Food pairing

The wine's bright acidity cuts through the richness of oily fish and creamy sauces, while its refreshing character complements seafood and lighter poultry dishes. The subtle fruit notes can also harmonize with herbaceous elements in a dish.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Bouzeron Les Bouillottes involves fermentation in stainless steel tanks to maintain freshness. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 12 months, with a portion of it maturing in French oak barrels. After aging, the wine is assembled in stainless steel tanks to allow flavors to meld before being bottled, typically in early Spring. The Domaine employs sustainable farming practices in its vineyards.