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Coteaux Bourguignons Chardonnay
Flavours
Chardonnay
Flint
Green Apple
Lemon
Lime
Minerality
Pear
White Blossom
FlintGreen AppleLemonLimeMineralityPearWhite Blossom- Tiny parcel Chardonnay from En Malpertuis, with flinty mineral tension
- Pear, green apple, lemon and lime in a bright, refreshing profile
- Hand harvested and lees-aged for clarity, energy and precise structure
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About this Wine
A seriously impressive Chardonnay from just north of Fixin, made in tiny quantities from the En Malpertuis vineyard. The 2024 is intensely aromatic, packed with pear, green apple, lemon and lime, with a flinty mineral edge and loads of tension through the palate. Precise, energetic and far more serious than the Coteaux Bourguignons name suggests. Just 1,217 bottles were made.
Flavour Profile
Flinty and aromatic, with pear, green apple, lemon and lime, a strong mineral line, and precise tension.
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Drinking beautifully now, with the structure and freshness to keep its poise over time.
Serve at
12-14°C
An hour out of the fridge
Drinking window
ready to drink and guaranteed to impress
Tasting Notes
A tiny-production Chardonnay from a single parcel in Couchey, just north of Fixin. Aromatic and precise.
Very aromatic from the off, with fresh pear, green apple, lemon and lime running through the nose. The palate is all about tension: bright citrus, a strong mineral line and a distinctly flinty edge, finishing precise, energetic and seriously refreshing. There’s plenty of fruit here, but it’s the tension and clarity that make it stand out.
What’s in the Box
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The Plot
The Chardonnay comes from “En Malpertuis” in Couchey, immediately north of Fixin. The 0.1787-hectare parcel was planted in 1991 on clay-limestone and silty soils.
Interestingly, both Chardonnay and Pinot Noir are planted within the same vineyard. The reds occupy the stonier upper section, while the Chardonnay sits lower down on the richer part of the slope.
Technical Details
The Chardonnay was hand harvested on 21 September 2024 and pressed as whole bunches in a long, gentle pneumatic press lasting around 2½ hours. After 36 hours of cold settling at 8°C, fermentation took place in stainless steel.
The wine then spent 12 months on its fine lees, with 70% aged in 600-litre demi-muids and 30% in stainless steel, before filtration and bottling. Production was limited to 1,217 bottles.
Wine Details
| Category | White |
|---|---|
| Producer | Famille Messager-Germain |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Region | Burgundy |
| Subregion | Côte d'Or, Côte de Nuits |
| Appellation | Côteaux Bourguignons |
| Classification | Regional |
| Grape Variety | Chardonnay |
| ABV | 12.5% |
| Size | 75cl |
| Sustainability | Hand Harvested, Organic Principles |
| Serving Temperature | 12-14°C (an hour out of the fridge) |
Discover Their Story
Famille Messager-Germain is Burgundy’s next big thing: bold, bright, and born to shake things up.
Adèle and Simon trained in Beaune, cut their teeth with icons like Groffier and Drouhin, and came home to Fixin to revive old family vines.
Now they’re bottling tiny, thrilling cuvées that fuse deep roots with fearless ambition.
Why It Matters
The details that tell the story
Single Source Vineyard
From a single, distinct vineyard each bottle captures the essence of its unique terroir. Capturing a singular place & time.
Hand Harvested
No machines, only human hands selecting each grape with care & precision.
Organic Principles
Grown with no synthetic chemicals and utmost respect for the terroir. Nature’s true expression in every sip.
Regional Classification
The gateway to Burgundy and a glimpse into the region's charm. Humble labels, but incredible flavours.
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...
2,000
Years of winemaking
84
Appellations
33
Grand Cru AOCs
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.
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FAQs
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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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