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AOC La Roussette du Bugey
In the departments of Savoie and Jura, on the border with Switzerland, lies a small, little-known vineyard called Savoie-Bugey. The AOC Roussette du Bugey vineyards are located in the Ain department, covering almost 13 hectares of soil made up mainly of chalky clay, pebbles and scree. The vines planted in this appellation are exclusively Roussette vines, which are exposed to the semi-continental climate and the many influences of this geographical area, and are used to produce dry white wines. These wines have mineral notes and aromas of white flowers.
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AOC Bugey: Everything You Need to Know About the Wines from this Appellation
History of the AOC Bugey
Nestled between the Jura massif and Savoie, the AOC Bugey, recognized since 2009, has deep viticultural roots dating back to antiquity. Despite its small size, this confidential appellation, renowned for its Cerdon, also produces high-quality red, white, and rosé wines that reflect the diversity of its terroirs and grape varieties.
Climate and Terroir of the AOC Bugey
Climate: Benefiting from a continental climate, Bugey experiences harsh winters and hot summers.
Sols: The vineyards of Bugey rest on a wide variety of soils, ranging from marl to limestone and stony soils, offering a beautiful palette of nuances to the wines of the appellation.
Key Grape Varieties of the AOC Bugey
The AOC Bugey offers white, rosé, and red wines vinified as single-varietal wines or blends. The vineyard of Bugey boasts a multitude of grape varieties, including:
- Gamay (red and rosé)
- Mondeuse (red and rosé)
- Pinot Noir (red and rosé)
- Poulsard or Ploussard (red and rosé)
- Chardonnay (white)
- Roussette (white)
- Aligoté (white)
- Altesse or Roussette (white)
- Jacquère (white)
- Molette (white)
Wine Styles of AOC Bugey
Red Wine: Deep ruby red with purple reflections. The nose evokes notes of red fruits, cherry, spices, and sometimes leather. While remaining fresh, AOC Bugey red wines exhibit fullness and structure.
White Wine: Straw yellow with amber reflections. The aromatic palette typically features white flowers, apple, citrus, and sometimes toasted notes. The palate is lively, mineral with a slightly mentholated finish.
Rosé Wine: Pale pink to deep pink depending on the cuvée. Aromas of small red fruits, strawberry, and raspberry immediately jump to the nose. These rosés are light and fruity on the palate with beautiful liveliness.
Best Food Pairings with AOC Bugey Wines
Here are some recipe ideas to pair with a bottle of white, rosé, or red wine from a domain or château in AOC Bugey:
Red Wine:
- Charcuterie
- Morteau sausage
- Spit-roasted pork
White Wine:
- Cheeses (Reblochon, Mont-d'Or)
- Tartiflette
- Stuffed cabbage
Rosé Wine:
- Summer salads
- Tapas