Rully 1er Cru Rabourcé 2022, Domaine A. et P. de Villaine

Rully 1er Cru Rabourcé 2022, Domaine A. et P. de Villaine is a white Rully Premier Cru from the named vineyard plot Rabourcé, known for giving whites that are broader and fleshier than the average of the appellation.

Rabourcé lies on clay and limestone soils that are deeper than those of the neighbouring crus, which translates into a fuller palate and a more enveloping texture. It is the most generous of the domaine's white premiers crus, without ever losing the straightness that is the signature of the house.

The domaine was founded in 1971 at Bouzeron by Aubert and Pamela de Villaine. Aubert de Villaine co-managed the Domaine de la Romanée-Conti from 1974 to 2022, and applied here, in the Côte Chalonnaise, the same demanding standards as at Vosne-Romanée. The vineyard, of around twenty hectares, has been farmed under certified organic agriculture since the late 1990s, one of the first conversions in Burgundy. Pierre de Benoist, Aubert's nephew, is in charge of technical management.

Key points

• Origin: France, Burgundy, Côte Chalonnaise
• Appellation: Rully 1er Cru Rabourcé
• Domaine: Domaine A. et P. de Villaine, in Bouzeron
• Grape variety: Chardonnay 100 %
• Vintage: 2022
• Colour: White wine
• Viticulture: Certified organic agriculture
• Volume: 75 cl

Tasting notes

• Appearance: Bright straw gold
• Nose: Ripe pear, acacia blossom, fresh butter, almond
• Palate: Broad and enveloping, melted acidity, finish on almond and a discreet salinity

Serving and cellaring

Serve this Rully 1er Cru Rabourcé at 12 to 13 °C. Its cellaring potential is five to ten years. Store the bottle lying down, at a stable temperature, away from light and vibration.

Food and wine pairings

Fattened chicken in cream sauce, veal sweetbreads, sea fish in sauce, cooked pressed cheeses.

Find out more

Read the difference between Grand Cru and Premier Cru, the grape varieties of white Burgundy and understanding the appellations of Burgundy. Find all the cuvées of the domaine in our Domaine A. et P. de Villaine collection, and our whole Burgundy selection in the Burgundy collection or among our white wines.

Frequently asked questions

Rabourcé or Margotés, which should you choose?

Margotés is tauter and more mineral, Rabourcé broader and fleshier. The first for precision, the second for indulgence.

What is a Premier Cru in Burgundy?

It is a delimited named vineyard plot, situated on the best parcels of a commune, whose name appears on the label next to that of the village. It sits between the village appellation and the Grand Cru.

Who is Domaine A. et P. de Villaine?

It is the domaine founded in 1971 at Bouzeron, in the Côte Chalonnaise, by Aubert de Villaine, for many years co-manager of the Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, and his wife Pamela. It has become the benchmark of the Bouzeron appellation and one of the most respected estates of the Côte Chalonnaise.

How is the bottle shipped?

Delivery is free in France on purchases from 300 €. Each bottle is carefully packed and sent with tracked shipping.