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After two years in development, the “Objectif climat” project is moving from the test phase to implementation, with WinePilot, a digital tool developed by the company FoodPilot.
This tool, made available free of charge by the BIVB, will help wine estates, wine merchants and coops calculate their carbon footprint and reduce their emissions.
At the same time, WinePilot provides the industry with an overall view of the carbon footprint of the Bourgogne winegrowing region, thanks to the pooling of data provided by the companies. Thanks to these data and their evolution, the BIVB will be able to better manage the trajectory the industry has set itself to achieve carbon neutrality by 2035: a 60% reduction in CO2 emissions and regional compensation for the remaining 40% that cannot be reduced. This will result in reducing CO2 emissions to 4.8 tonnes per hectare per year.
"We must move forward together to meet the challenges of decarbonization, because on our own, the objective may seem unreachable," admits Laurent Delaunay, President of the BIVB. "It's not about reducing our production–we want to maintain it while taking care of our resources and limiting the effects of climate disruption. It's a challenge that not only involves us, but also the generations that will succeed us. It's a natural step for a sustainable industry like that of Bourgogne wines, which has existed for nearly 2,000 years. We need to move forward together to amplify the virtuous impact of each decision."
As François Labet, Vice-President of the BIVB, points out, "The overall goal of the industry is ambitious. To achieve it, we now need to involve more than 3,000 individual companies. This tool is the gateway to this process. It will encourage each company to examine its own practices and take the most appropriate measures."
Check out this video of how the WinePilot tool works (only available in French).
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Bourgogne is well positioned for continued success in its markets
Bourgogne is back on track with another generous harvest in 2023. Find out how Bourgogne sees its future on both domestic and international markets.
Bourgogne has significantly rebuilt its stocks thanks to a generous harvest in 2023. With a 12% increase in available stocks compared to the 5-year average, the region has a significant amount of leeway to anticipate future contingencies and maintain its market share.
Nevertheless, the challenge persists to relaunch Bourgogne's development in the markets. Despite an increase in bulk wine sales (+8%), the region must contend with export uncertainties, notably due to the geopolitical context and shifting consumption patterns. In 2023, exports were down 6% compared to 2022, although sales remained stable.
In the domestic market, the challenges are just as great. While sales to French supermarkets have declined (-5.6% for AOC wines), traditional distribution channels have experienced a dynamic upturn. In 2022, sales generated by wholesalers and Cash&Carry surged by 37% compared to 2021.
Bourgogne is well aware of the many challenges it faces: maintaining its production over the long term, preserving an economic model that enhances its value, and collectively implementing all the resources at its disposal to remain at the heart of new consumer trends.
Although Bourgogne's yields have fluctuated considerably since 2008, the generous 2023 harvest raised the 5-year average. However, this average still remains below the 1.5 million hectoliters mark for nearly 32,000 hectares of planted vineyards.
At nearly 1.9 million hectoliters (equivalent to 253 million bottles), the 2023 harvest demonstrates Bourgogne's great production potential, when conditions are right:
• + 9% compared to the 2022 harvest
• + 29% compared to the average of the last 5 vintages (2018-2022)
This windfall benefits all Bourgogne wines :
• White wines: 1,122,124 hl, excluding VCI (+5% / 2022)
• Red wines: 518,846 hl, excluding VCI (+9% / 2022)
• Rosé wines: 5,563 hl, excluding VCI (-2% / 2022)
• Crémant de Bourgogne : 253,265 hl, excluding reserves (+32 % / 2022)
Thanks to two generous harvests (2022 and 2023), the start of the 2023-2024 sales campaign is off to a slow start, both for the upstream market and for French and international markets. Sales will be driven by demand rather than fear of shortage.
As is often the case in Bourgogne, the vineyards around Vézelay developed under the influence of monks. In Vézelay, a major pilgrimage site on the route to Santiago de Compostela, wine was essential for both monks and pilgrims. However, phylloxera destroyed almost all the vineyards. Thanks to a handful of individuals convinced of the potential of their terroir, the Vézelay appellation was gradually established. It was a collective human endeavor and a journey toward the reconstruction of a quality vineyard.
Robin Kick, MW, will guide you through this exploration of the appellation. The program includes an introduction to the highlights of the appellation, reports and interviews with professionals, followed by a guided tasting of six wines which we suggest you taste at the same time as Robin and some of the appellation's winegrowers. They will also be able to answer your questions live.
Don't miss the exclusive tastings organized in Belfast on May 13 (Chablis), in York on June 3 (Bourgogne), and in Exeter on June 24 (Chablis) in partnership with trade magazine The Drinks Business.
These events will showcase a selection of Bourgogne wines that are not yet widely distributed in these markets: the perfect answer to the needs of consumers who want to treat themselves to Bourgogne wines without breaking the bank. Additionally, there will be a selection of several Chablis Premier Cru wines that illustrate the diversity of this appellation's Climats.
Hosted by Michelle Cherutti-Kowal, Master of Wine, these master classes offer a unique experience for wine professionnals.
Dive into the fascinating world of Bourgogne wines with free videos from the show "Rendez-vous avec les vins de Bourgogne " offered by the Bourgogne Wine Board (BIVB).
These videos offer you an exceptional opportunity to explore the region's appellations in depth, presented by Bourgogne wines experts. You will discover the geographical and geological subtleties of each appellation, as well as the diversity and distinctiveness of the wines.
Whether you are a novice or a knowledgeable expert, these resources will allow you to reinforce your knowledge and marketing skills, thereby enriching your experience in the exciting world of Bourgogne wines.
Rully (pronounced Ruilly) is a very old village adorned with a château that has belonged to the same family for six centuries, a church with an elegant bell tower, beautiful houses and parks. The AOC was established in 1939. Rully produces white and reds wines in both Village and Village Premier Cru classifications. Rully has also been one of the most important locations for the production of Crémant de Bourgogne since the early 19th century.
The nuances between the wines stem from differences in terroir, exposure and altitude, which are quite varied in this area. At altitudes between 230 and 300 meters, the slopes produce wines that compete with the best from the nearby Côte de Beaune. The soils for Pinot Noir are brown or calcareous with a low clay content, while the soils for Chardonnay are clay-limestone.
The characteristics of Rully wines:
In white wines, which are golden with green highlights and deepen to a buttercup color with age, the Rully appellation excels in aromas of "hedgerow flowers" such as acacia, hawthorn, honeysuckle, a very fine elderberry, as well as violets, lemon, white peach and flint. Over time, notes of honey, quince and dried fruit emerge. On the palate, the Rully appellation is fruity, with a lively and round fruitiness, a rich and long mouthfeel. Certain wines have great freshness and a very beautiful minerality.
In red wines ranging from cherry ruby to dark garnet, the Rully appellation's bouquet features black fruits (blackcurrant, blackberry) and red fruits (morello cherry), licorice, lilac, and rose petal, evolving towards cooked fruit, a combination of kirsch and pepper. On the palate, the tannins respect the fruit and the contours of its structure. A few years of ageing blend the flavors delightfully. A slight firmness on the finish suggests a longer-lasting, more aromatic aftertaste.
Time to eat!
White wines: With its long, fruity, full-bodied palate, the Rully appellation goes well with fine dishes and tender meats: you'll immediately think of pan-fried river fish, sea fish in white sauce or warm shellfish. It also pairs well with hard cheeses such as Comté, with which it shares a similar fruitiness. It will also do justice to poultry in cream sauce. The Rully appellation can also be enjoyed as an aperitif.
Red wines: This fine Rully appellation wine surprises with its solid structure and yet very fruity character. That's why it's best served with roast poultry or poultry in sauce, offal such as liver, sweetbreads and kidneys, either in sauce or simply pan-fried. Risottos and meat and poultry pasta dishes will also round out the slightly firm tannins of young Rully wines with their creaminess.
Bourgogne vs. Burgundy: to re-affirm their identity, the region and the producers are reverting back to the original French iteration of the name, Bourgogne.
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