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RATED 5/5 ON TRUSTPILOTMâcon Clessé Blanc ‘Cuvée Botrytis’
Flavours
Chardonnay
Honeysuckle
Lemon
Minerality
Orange
Raisin
White Blossom
Liquorice
Hazelnut
ChardonnayHoneysuckleLemonMineralityOrangeRaisinWhite BlossomLiquoriceHazelnut- Rare sweet Burgundy, with honeyed depth, candied fruit and citrus freshness
- Botrytised grapes, slow vinification and extended lees ageing for texture
- White marls lend depth, structure and a mineral edge to the richness
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About this Wine
A rare sweet burgundy wine, a botrytised Viré-Clessé from Domaine de la Bongran, made only in exceptional vintages. Rich, complex and beautifully balanced, La Cuvée Botrytis brings together honeyed depth, candied fruit and citrus freshness, with the precision and patience that define the Thévenet family’s wines.
Flavour Profile
Honeyed and lifted, with lemon, orange, honeysuckle, hazelnut and a saline mineral thread.
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Drink now for its poised richness, or hold for a deeper, more layered expression.
Serve at
12-14°C
An hour out of the fridge
Drinking window
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Tasting Notes
A rare sweet Burgundy from naturally botrytised Chardonnay. Honey, candied fruit and citrus freshness, with balance and precision.
One of the rarest bottles in the collection. A sweet Burgundy wine.
La Cuvée Botrytis is one of the few sweet wines and a truly special expression of white Burgundy. Made only in exceptional vintages, it comes from naturally botrytised grapes, where noble rot brings concentration, richness and that unmistakable honeyed depth.
This is sweet Burgundy with serious poise. Think honey, candied fruits and citrus, but with enough freshness to keep everything lifted, balanced and beautifully drinkable. It is rich, yes, but never heavy.
A bottle for cheese, foie gras, dark chocolate, or simply for anyone who wants to see a completely different side of Burgundy.
What’s in the Box
Every Bottle Carefully Wrapped
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The Plot
The Quintaine vineyard soils are Oxfordian white marls, contributing to the wine’s depth, structure and mineral expression. The result is a rare, complex and delicately powerful Viré-Clessé, shaped by both terroir and time.
Technical Details
This cuvée is made from naturally botrytised grapes, where noble rot enhances concentration and maturity. The wine is slowly vinified and aged for an extended period on fine lees, building texture and aromatic complexity while preserving balance and freshness.
Wine Details
| Category | Sweet |
|---|---|
| Producer | Domaine de Le Bongran |
| Vintage | 1994 |
| Region | Burgundy |
| Subregion | Mâconnais |
| Appellation | Viré-Clessé |
| Classification | Village |
| Grape Variety | Chardonnay |
| ABV | 10.5% |
| Size | 75cl |
| Sustainability | Biodynamic Principles, Hand Harvested |
| Serving Temperature | 12-14°C (an hour out of the fridge) |
Why It Matters
The details that tell the story
Rare Find
Exceptionally scarce and nearly impossible to find, a true hidden gem. A wine reserved for those who seek the extraordinary.
Hand Harvested
No machines, only human hands selecting each grape with care & precision.
Biodynamic Principles
Produced in harmony with nature, using lunar cycles and organics to nurture vibrant, living soils.
Village Classification
Only 44 villages in all of Burgundy earn this classification, each delivering a distinct character found nowhere else on Earth.
Chardonnay
The crown jewel of white Burgundy. Elegant, textured, and endlessly expressive, from flinty Chablis to rich Meursault.
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Why Burgundy?
Burgundy has crafted legendary wines for over 2,000 years. The birthplace of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, it’s where every slope, village, and vineyard reveals its own voice of terroir.
You can grow vines almost anywhere, but only here is this magic bottled so beautifully.
There’s a saying amongst wine enthusiasts that all roads lead to Burgundy.
We say, why not start there...
What’s in the Box
Arrives like a gift should
Every Bottle Carefully Wrapped
A little ritual of care in every box. Each bottle is hand-wrapped in our signature tissue, so opening your wine feels like unwrapping a gift.
Meet the Growers Behind Your Wines
Discover the faces, stories, and passions behind your wines. Our producer cards bring you closer to the people who craft every bottle.
Discover Gift Options at Checkout
From elegant gift bags to wooden cases, you can elevate any bottle at checkout. Simple, thoughtful, and ready to impress.
Reviews
A few words from people who’ve opened our bottles
“Feels like a part of France has come into our home and given much pleasure.”
Verified Trustpilot Review“Excellent wines from small producers which you can’t find elsewhere.”
Verified Trustpilot Review“The service has always been personal and excellent.”
Verified Trustpilot Review“Great wines, very reasonably priced, and customer service is excellent.”
Verified Trustpilot Review“Ben is super friendly, knowledgeable and takes time out to make sure you are assisted personally.”
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Clear details, so you can buy with confidence
Is this wine ready to drink now?
Yes. This is ready to drink now and should give plenty of pleasure straight away. Open it for its perfume, texture and charm rather than waiting for the perfect distant moment.
Should I buy one bottle or a few?
One to try, three if you want to follow it over time, six if you already know the producer or style. Burgundy moves quickly, and small parcels rarely hang around for long.
What if I’m not sure this is my style?
Use our live chat, or pop us an email. We specialise in Burgundy and are always happy to help. Our tasting notes are based on wines tasted by our founders and updated regularly, so you can buy with proper confidence.
How quickly will it arrive?
Fast. We ship every wine on a next-working-day service and dispatch Monday to Friday. At checkout, you can even choose a delivery day that suits you.
How is it packed?
Each bottle is wrapped in tissue before being carefully placed into our specially imported Italian boxes, tested to rigorous standards. We have literally dropped them from the first storey of our house. All our packaging is paper-based and recyclable.
Can I send it as a gift?
Absolutely. As standard, our wines arrive wrapped in bespoke tissue paper. At checkout, you can also add gift bags, gift boxes and notes.
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