# Pet Nat Aligoté (2023)

- **Producer:** Régis & Sylvain
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** sparkling
- **Grapes:** Aligoté
- **Region:** Burgundy, France
- **Style:** Natural
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 8–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** lemon, grapefruit, pear, blossom

## About this wine

The Pet Nat Aligoté by Régis & Sylvain is a sparkling white wine produced in the ancestral method, a Pétillant Naturel. It is made from 100% Aligoté grapes grown in the Mâconnais region of Burgundy, France. Régis & Sylvain is a négociant project founded by two cousins who focus on low-intervention winemaking, selecting grapes from growers with deep knowledge of their land. This wine is a testament to their philosophy of allowing the terroir to express itself with minimal chemical inputs, offering a fresh and vibrant sparkling experience.

## Interesting facts

- The wine is made using the 'ancestral method' for its sparkle.
- Grapes are sourced from vines planted 25 years ago.
- The producer prioritizes terroir knowledge over strict appellation rules.
- It's a collaboration blending traditional Burgundian heritage with a modern vision.

## Food pairing

The wine's high acidity and effervescence cut through richness and cleanse the palate, making it ideal for lighter fare. Its off-dry character can also complement slightly salty or savory dishes.

## Wine making process

The Pet Nat Aligoté is made using the ancestral method, a traditional technique for producing sparkling wine. Whole grape bunches are pressed directly after a hand harvest. Fermentation begins naturally and is completed in the bottle, trapping carbon dioxide to create the sparkle. The wine is intentionally unfiltered and receives no dosage, emphasizing its natural character. The producer's philosophy centers on minimal intervention, allowing the Aligoté grape and the Mâconnais terroir to shine through.