Domaine de Rochebin – Blanc de Blancs Brut

Grape Variety

• 100% Chardonnay

Description

Produced in the heart of the Mâconnais village of Azé, Domaine de Rochebin's Blanc de Blancs is a Crémant de Bourgogne crafted exclusively from Chardonnay and made using the traditional method. One of the few estates in Burgundy that still manages the entire sparkling wine production process in-house, Rochebin produces a Crémant that combines finesse, freshness and elegance. It is a superb example of how Burgundy's Chardonnay can create sparkling wines with remarkable quality and value.

Tasting Notes

Appearance
Pale gold with a fine, persistent stream of delicate bubbles.

Nose
Fresh aromas of white flowers, citrus blossom, green apple and lemon zest, accompanied by subtle hints of brioche and toasted bread.

Palate
Elegant and refreshing, showing flavours of crisp apple, pear, citrus and white peach. The Chardonnay provides lovely purity of fruit, while the traditional method ageing contributes notes of pastry, hazelnut and creaminess.

Finish
Clean, lively and well-balanced with lingering citrus freshness and delicate mineral notes.

Food Pairing

• Oysters and shellfish
• Smoked salmon
• Grilled sea bass
• Sushi and sashimi
• Gougères
• Comté and Beaufort
• Chicken with a light cream sauce
• Perfect as an aperitif

The freshness and elegance of Chardonnay make it exceptionally versatile at the table.

Technical Information

• Classification: AOC Crémant de Bourgogne
• Region: Burgundy (Mâconnais)
• Country: France
• Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay
• ABV: 12%
• Style: Brut
• Method: Traditional Method (Méthode Traditionnelle)
• Serving Temperature: 8–10°C
• Cellaring Potential: 2–5 years
• Producer: Domaine de Rochebin, Azé, Burgundy

Olivier's Thoughts

This is one of my favourite alternatives to Champagne when customers are looking for something elegant, French and exceptional value for money. Being made entirely from Chardonnay, it delivers the freshness, finesse and fine bubbles that many people associate with Blanc de Blancs Champagne, but at a much more accessible price point. It's a bottle that consistently over-delivers and is equally at home for celebrations, receptions or simply enjoying with friends. If you're discovering Crémant de Bourgogne for the first time, this is a fantastic place to start.