Between the Côte de Beaune to the north and the mounts of the Mâconnais in the south, the Côte Chalonnaise vineyards spread along a swath of 30 km by approximately 7 km in width. Here, in the heart of landscapes punctuated by hills in a carefully preserved environment, the vines have found their happy place on the southeast facing hillsides. For over a thousand years vine stocks have grown in soils similar to those of the neighbouring Côte de Beaune and the grapes ripen well here; benefitting from hot summers and dry autumns.
Much of the history of our region is founded in viticulture. Certain wines were enjoyed by the Court of France in the Middle Ages. The wine of Givry, for example, was particularly esteemed by King Henry IV. Cluny monks were also fond of Montagny wines and contributed significantly to the enhancement of the vineyard.

For a long time, the wines of the Côte Chalonnaise, still little known, were marketed under the names of other villages in the Côte de Beaune. Since 1930, and thanks to the implementation of regulations on Appellations d'Origines Contrôlées, our wines have managed to make a name for themselves and are now enjoying growing success.

Burgundy wines are classified in four large categories. On a scale of increasing rarity we have : Regional Appellations, Communal Appellations, Premier Crus and finally, Grand Crus.

The Regional Appellations,, more than half of Burgundy production, comes from the entire Burgundy vineyard or from one of its sub-regions.

Millebuis offers 4 wines in this category. 2 reds: Bourgogne Côte Chalonnaise Pinot Noir (a house speciality), and Côteaux Bourguignons Pinot Noir-Gamay. The 2 white wines are Bourgogne Côte Chalonnaise Chardonnay and Bourgogne Aligoté “Sable” (an oddity).

Des Communal Appellations are also known as “Appellations Villages” and we have a total of 41 in Burgundy; from Pommard to Nuits-Saint-Georges.
From north to south, the Côte Chalonnaise has 4 Communal Appellations: Rully, Mercurey, Givry and Montagny. Two of these are red wines made from Pinot Noir and two are whites made from Chardonnay, the expression of these Burgundy varieties is recognizable, of course, but with great distinction.

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Grown on hillsides, the vines bearing the Montagny appellation benefit from the sun early in the day. They source all the vigour that is so typical of our Montagny from brown clay and limestone soils. A luminous white Burgundy with a floral bouquet revealing silkiness in the mouth and flavours of white-fleshed fruit. A very pure expression of Chardonnay.

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The vines of the Rully appellation are located on hillsides. They draw from very clayey, brown limestone, and quite stony soils all the elegance that characterizes our Rully. Its sparkling color reveals notes of fresh fruit and spicy nuances. Rich in fruit, the palate combines freshness and roundness. A very pure expression of Chardonnay.

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Situated between 240 and 280 meters above sea level, the vines of the Givry appellation are exposed east / southeast. They draw from clay-limestone soils and very calcareous subsoils all the generosity that characterizes our Givry. It reveals a nose of ripe red fruits and mousse enhanced by spicy notes. Pulpy, the palate is full of fruit, the tannins are silky. A very pure expression of Pinot Noir.

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The Mercurey appellation's vines are located on hillsides between 230 and 320 meters above sea level. They draw from clay-limestone and marl-limestone soils all the richness that characterizes our Mercurey. It reveals notes of raspberry and cherry with nuances of leather and spice. The palate offers beautiful body and melted tannins. A very pure expression of Pinot Noir.

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The vines of the Rully appellation are located on hillsides. They draw from very clayey, brown limestone, and quite stony soils all the finesse that characterizes our Rully. Its light ruby ​​color reveals a nose of pomegranate and cranberries with spicy nuances. Elegant and fruity, the palate offers a beautiful structure. A very pure expression of Pinot Noir.

The vines face due east on loamy, clayey soil. Its dark red color with purple highlights reveals notes of red fruits and blackcurrant. The palate is intense with melted tannins. A very pure expression of Pinot Noir.

The Premier Crus are denominations within the Appellations Communales, highly distinctive Climats. The name of this AOC must therefore be followed by the name of a climat classified as Premier Cru. There are 562 Premier Cru climats throughout Burgundy (from Saint-Aubin Premier Cru “Murger des dents de chien” to Santenay Premier Cru “La Comme” and Montagny Premier Cru “Montcuchot”). They constitute the jewel in the crown of our vineyard.

“Climat”: a very precise definition

Each Climat in Burgundy is a vineyard plot, officially defined and bearing its own name for hundreds of years. It has its own history and benefits from distinctive geological and climatic conditions. A wine produced from a Climat also has its own specific taste and its place in the quality hierarchy (Regional Appellation, Village, Premier Cru and Grand Cru). Learn more

“When one talks of a Climat in Burgundy, you don’t raise your eyes to the sky, you lower them to the ground.”

Bernard Pivot, writer.

Millebuis offers a wide range of wines that showcase the nuances of the Côte Chalonnaise region. Among the smaller origins, three renowned vineyards are available for tasting.

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Covering an area of ​​4.7 hectares, “Vigne du Soleil” is the sunniest climate in the Montagny 1er Cru appellation. Facing due east, the vines (which we harvest late, seeking overripeness) are located at the bottom of the hillsides, on brown, slightly stony soils. They draw from a clayey, filtering soil all the power and intensity that characterize this wine with its luminous, golden color, revealing a nose of ripe yellow fruits. Sunny and heady, the palate offers aromas of peach, pineapple, mango with spicy nuances.

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“Clos Jus” is a vineyard run by a few winegrowers in the Givry appellation, classified as Premier Cru, with an area of ​​approximately 8 hectares, whose revival dates back to 1990. The soil is composed of light clay and limestone. It has the particularity of being very ferruginous (the soils are dark reddish brown), which gives the wine great character. Intensity and depth characterize this wine, which reveals a complex and delicate nose of fresh grapes and black fruits. The palate offers accents of spices and vanilla with a persistent finish.

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“Clos Marceaux” is a Premier Cru monopoly vineyard covering 2.95 hectares within the Givry appellation; it is situated next to the church in Poncey. The vines are planted in the middle of the slopes and are fully east facing. They source the richness and generosity that is typical of our Givry 1er Cru “Clos Marceaux” from grassed over chalky-clay soils and subsoils rich in limestone.With its rich and generous style, this deeply coloured wine reveals an intense red fruit bouquet alongside mocha. It is convivial, firm and elegant in the mouth with vanilla nuances. A very pure expression of Pinot Noir.

The grapes for this unique vintage come from several small plots in the Côte Chalonnaise region, particularly from the "La Cassine" vineyard on the hills above Saint-Vallerin. The airy microclimate allows for a noble development of the Chardonnay and optimizes the grapes' overripeness. The vines face east and draw from the clay-limestone soil all the voluptuousness that characterizes our November Harvest. This sweet wine, with its luminous golden yellow color, reveals a complex nose of quince, white flowers, and candied fruit. The full-bodied and powerful palate offers beautiful nuances of honey and spices (saffron).

Covering an area of ​​2 hectares, “Saint Morille” faces due east, facing the rising sun. Its terroir is made up of small, flat, rough stones, with a marl and limestone subsoil, giving its wines structure and freshness. This pale gold wine offers a floral nose, marked by spices and citrus fruits. It is concentrated, fresh and mineral. It offers aromas of toast and flint.

505 / 5 000 The jewel of the appellation, this large clos, “Le Clos l’Évêque” - 1548, belonged to the bishops of Chalon. We have selected this emblematic and typical place of the Mercurey appellation to offer you an exceptional sensory experience. The vines thrive in sandy and light soil at the top of the plot and clay and ochre at the bottom. This wine with an intense ruby ​​color reveals aromas of red and black fruits. The palate is ample, round and fleshy with beautiful elegance and fine tannins.

La Côte Chalonnaise is therefore the probable birthplace of Crémant de Bourgogne. In 1822, some wine merchants from Chalon-sur-Saône with vineyards in Rully and Mercurey invited a young winemaker from Champagne to their estates. This initiative resulted in the creation of sparkling white wine in Burgundy, and a thriving tradition… Today our winegrowers cultivate vines specifically for Crémant production (mostly Pinot Noir), the harvest being vinified in our wineries and then transformed into sparkling wine at Caves Bailly Lapierre since 1998.

This Crémant combines the characters of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, the two giants of Bourgogne viticulture. Together they give a wine that, paradoxically, offers a very polished harmony and precise balance. There is also a fruity character with intense freshness and finesse.

It is a lively and assertive Crémant, with creamy bubbles and finesse, a fruity nose and aromas with brioche accents, a 100% Chardonnay experience.

• Appearance: Brilliant, pale gold color. • Nose: Complex, with aromas of biscuit and ripe stone fruit accompanied by notes of white flowers and sweet almonds. • Palate: Very pure and deep, subtly mineral, it develops remarkable length. Balanced and substantial. A festive wine, it also subtly pairs well with refined cuisine.

• Appearance: Rose gold color with slight orange highlights. • Nose: Aromas of rose petals, biscuit, sweet almonds, and cherry pits. • Palate: Airy, tender, and subtle, deliciously fresh, with endless notes of red fruits. A festive wine, it also subtly pairs well with refined cuisine.