Maison Bertrand Ambroise - Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes de Nuits Blanc 2021

Maison Ambroise is more than just a winery; it is a testament to centuries of passion and dedication that runs deep within the Ambroise family. Nestled in the heart of Premeaux-Prissey, a quaint village within the prestigious Côte de Nuits region of Burgundy, the estate has been in the Ambroise family for over five generations. The story begins in the 18th century, when the family first cultivated their vines, but it wasn’t until the 1960s that the winery truly became a sustainable business . Today, Ludivine and François Ambroise, the current torchbearers, continue to steward the land with the same meticulous care as their ancestors, honoring tradition while embracing modern viticulture.

What sets Maison Ambroise apart is their unwavering commitment to sustainable and organic farming practices. Since receiving their Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certification in 2020, the estate has upheld an ethos of respect for the environment, balancing the demands of high-quality wine production with a reverence for the land. This dedication shines through in every bottle they produce, ensuring that the character of Burgundy’s remarkable terroir is captured and preserved.

Spread over 21 hectares, their vineyards are a patchwork of premier and grand cru plots. Nuits-Saint-Georges, Corton-Charlemagne, and other world-renowned names are part of their portfolio. The varietals they champion—Pinot Noir and Chardonnay—are the embodiment of Burgundy’s essence. In the cellar, Maison Ambroise crafts wines that are as diverse as they are expressive, from approachable regional wines to the majestic Corton Le Rognet Grand Cru, all treated with the utmost care, often aged in oak barrels to develop complexity and depth.

The grapes are hand-harvested, whole clusters are placed in the press. The stems are used as a natural drain for the juice. The juice is then placed into tanks for a period of 24 to 48 hours for natural settling; after this, the must is transferred to barrels — 40% new and the rest in one-wine barrels — for alcoholic fermentation. The wine is aged for 10 months.

Producer: Maison Bertrand Ambroise

Country: France

Region: Burgundy

Varietal: Chardonnay

Appellation: Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes de Nuits

Vintage: 2021

Size: 750ml