Presentation
This family domain, located in Savoie, highlights indigenous grape varieties such as Jacquère and Altesse. Its unique alpine terroir gives the wines remarkable purity and mineral tension. Cultivating its vines at altitude, the Domaine Bergeron favors environmentally friendly practices, promoting the authentic expression of the terroir. Its white wines, fresh and lively, offer aromas of white flowers and citrus, while the reds, made from Mondeuse, seduce with their structure and spicy notes. An essential reference for Savoie wines.
Location
The Juliénas vineyard is one of the oldest in France, stretching across parts of Saône-et-Loire and Rhône, in the northern Beaujolais region.
Terroir
In the south, the gently rolling hills are composed mainly of clay soils, sometimes with limestone. In the north, the soils are mostly sandy and granitic in origin.
Winemaking
Whole-cluster maceration.
Ageing
Aged in tanks.
Varietal
Gamay : 100%
Specifications
Age of vines : 50 à 80 years old
Serving
14 to 16°C
Ageing potential
3 to 5 years
Tasting
Deep garnet robe. On the nose, complex aromas of dark berries mingle with black cherry, leather, and forest floor. The palate opens with freshness and balance, offering fine, integrated tannins and a long, persistent finish.
Food pairings
Pairs beautifully with red meats, poultry in sauce, slow-cooked dishes, or aged cheeses.