{"title":"Albert Bichot | Burgundy","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlbert Bichot is one of Burgundy's most respected and enduring wine houses, with roots in the region stretching back to 1831. Based in Beaune at the heart of the Côte d'Or, the house combines the breadth of a major Burgundy merchant with the depth of a significant vineyard owner — managing over 100 hectares across the region's most important appellations, from Chablis in the north to Beaujolais in the south.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Albert Bichot Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFew Burgundy houses offer the combination of scale and quality that Albert Bichot has built over nearly two centuries. As both a vineyard owner and wine merchant, Albert Bichot combines estate-grown wines with carefully selected fruit from growers across Burgundy — an increasingly important distinction in a region where vineyard access defines quality. The house's domaine holdings include Domaine Long-Depaquit in Chablis, Domaine du Pavillon in Pommard and Beaune, and Château de Varennes in Beaujolais — each a distinct estate expression of its appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Albert Bichot Portfolio\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlbert Bichot's portfolio spans the full breadth of Burgundy, from the mineral Chardonnay of Chablis to the celebrated Pinot Noir and Chardonnay appellations of the Côte d'Or, as well as the vibrant Gamay wines of Beaujolais. While individual wines may vary from vintage to vintage, the house is recognised for producing authentic regional expressions across Burgundy's most important appellations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlbert Bichot \u0026amp; Burgundy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBurgundy is the world's most complex and celebrated wine region — a patchwork of appellations, premiers crus and grands crus shaped by centuries of monastic viticulture and the Napoleonic inheritance laws that divided vineyards into ever-smaller parcels. Albert Bichot has navigated this complexity for nearly 200 years, building a portfolio that spans the full hierarchy of Burgundy's appellation system while maintaining the quality standards that have made the house one of the region's most trusted names.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThose exploring Burgundy across multiple appellations and price points. Collectors seeking reliable access to Côte d'Or appellations. Lovers of Chablis, Beaujolais and the full breadth of French wine. Fine dining and special occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"albert-bichot-chateau-de-varennes-beaujolais-villages-2024","title":"Albert Bichot Château De Varennes Beaujolais Villages 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlbert Bichot Château de Varennes Beaujolais Villages 2024 is a fresh, fruit-driven Gamay from the historic Château de Varennes estate in Quincié-en-Beaujolais — an 11th-century property owned by the Charveriat family since 1809. Planted on granitic south-facing slopes and aged in stainless steel without oak, the wine expresses the natural freshness and red fruit character that define quality Beaujolais Villages Gamay.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVivid ruby with a violet-tinged rim and the bright, translucent clarity typical of unoaked Gamay from granitic terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNose\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLifted and immediately inviting — violet and peony lead with ripe raspberry and blackcurrant following closely. A subtle mineral undercurrent from the granitic soils adds definition to the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePalate\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLight to medium-bodied with a juicy, fleshy entry and excellent freshness. Raspberry and red cherry dominate the mid-palate, supported by fine, silky tannins and a clean line of acidity. The finish is refreshing and fruit-forward, with no oak weight to interrupt the wine's natural energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFermenting maceration in thermoregulated open vats for approximately 10 days. Aged in stainless steel vats for 6–7 months. No oak — preserving the wine's natural floral aromatics and fresh fruit character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVineyard \u0026amp; Region\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChâteau de Varennes is located in Quincié-en-Beaujolais in the southern part of winegrowing Burgundy. The estate's vines are planted in granitic soil on south-facing slopes — siliceous and granitic terroir that is optimal for Gamay ripening and its characteristic expression of red fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVintage Conditions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 vintage in Beaujolais delivered consistent ripening conditions for Gamay. South-facing granitic slopes at Château de Varennes benefited from good sun exposure through the growing season, producing wines with characteristic freshness, floral lift and red fruit expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCellaring\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy young or within 3 years of vintage. Serve at 12–13°C.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Albert Bichot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48839652770041,"sku":"3296311105030-2024","price":27.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/6820\/0441\/files\/albert-bichot-chateau-de-varennes-beaujolais-villages-2024.webp?v=1787094318"}],"url":"https:\/\/winesellersdirect.com.au\/collections\/albert-bichot.oembed","provider":"Wine Sellers Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}