Wines made from Aligoté grapes of Crémant de Bordeaux
Discover the best wines made with Aligoté as a single variety or as a blend of Crémant de Bordeaux.
Lively, taut whites with chiselled acidity and an airy palate, with aromas of lemon, green apple, white flowers, fresh almond and chalky notes. Typically saline finish. Star of Bouzeron AOC (the only single-variety aligoté appellation) and Bourgogne Aligoté AOC. Also used in Crémant de Bourgogne and the iconic kir cocktail (with blackcurrant liqueur). Historic Burgundian variety, a cross of pinot noir × gouais blanc, half-sibling of chardonnay.
Bordeaux AOC (1990) in traditional method, aged in underground quarries of Garonne and Dordogne. Fine sparkling whites with signature notes of white apple, pear, citrus, white flowers, brioche and an almond touch, fine bubbles and taut palate — Sémillon brings roundness, Sauvignon vivacity, Muscadelle aromatics. Cabernet Franc and Merlot rosés fruity. Affordable alternative to Champagne, festive wine with excellent value for money.