Cave de Lugny Brand Book

est. 1926

O U R S T O RY

Cave de Lugny is the #1 White Burgundy producer in the world with nearly 100 years in winemaking expertise Founded in 1926, Cave de Lugny is a cooperative of grower families that controls more than 225 estates and over 3,200 acres of vineyards throughout the Mâconnais region of Burgundy.

All our wines are 100% estate grown and bottled, unlike many top White Burgundy brands which are produced by negociants.

In fact, the top two White Burgundy brands source some of their Mâcon Villages wine from us.*

Cave de Lugny controls approximately 1/3 of the production of Southern Burgundy and approximately 50% of the total production of the Mâconnais.

Mâcon is a subregion of Burgundy, best known as a source of great value white wines made from the Chardonnay grape.

The limestone soil in the region is perfect for growing the varietal.

*Source: IRI US Multi Outlet White Burgundy Brands L52W/E 11.7.21

Cave de Lugny Wines are Sustainable & Vegan* Since 2011, Cave de Lugny has made significant efforts in energy waste and consumption:

Cave de Lugny has been part of the Vignerons en Développement Durable (“Winegrowers in Sustainable Development”) Association since 2014, which requires taking a responsible approach to winegrowing activity based on the three pillars of sustainability: economic, societal, and environmental.

All 2019 Vintage wines and later are Vegan.

Fuel Consumption

21%

Gas Consumption

33%

Water Consumption

28%

We are committed to sustainable winegrowing

• Minimizing pesticide use • Managing waste and energy consumption • Setting a high standard of ethics, quality control, and transparency for all employees and associates *Vintages 2019 and later are Certified Vegan

O U R WINE S

La Côte Blanche

Les Charmes

GRAPES & TERROIR • 100% Chardonnay • Grapes sourced from Mâcon Villages vineyards owned by Cave de Lugny (Mâcon Villages is an appellation made up of specific villages producing higher quality wine in the region of Mâcon) • Vine age: 30 years on average

VINTAGE 2018 GRAPES & TERROIR • 100% Chardonnay • Sourced from a single 220-acre vineyard in the village of Lugny called “Les Charmes” • Vine Age: 50 years on average with some vines up to 92 years old • Vineyards grow on chalk and limestone soil on south and south-east facing slopes providing optimal sunshine yielding more mature grapes

• Vineyards grow on limestone soil, the ideal soil for growing Chardonnay providing greater minerality WINEMAKING • 100% unoaked • 100% malolactic fermentation

• Aged a minimum of 12 months on lees

• Aged a minimum of 6 months on lees WINEMAKERS NOTES • Nose: bright, fresh, delicate and balanced, with citrus, peach, apricot, honey and white flowers • Palate: Medium bodied with citrus and stone fruit balanced by bright acids and minerality FOOD PAIRING • Pair with medium-bodied dishes such as ratatouille, lemon sole or fresh ceviche • Highlights citrus flavors of foods with fresh oranges and lemon zests

R EGION

Bourgogne Blanc, Burgundy

Mâcon

WINEMAKING • 100% unoaked • 100% malolactic fermentation WINEMAKERS NOTES • Nose: Fresh and fruity with notes of flowers, nuts, honey, acacia and citrus • Palate: Medium bodied, round palate, with delicate fruit flavors and a slightly spicy finish FOOD PAIRING • Pair with medium bodied dishes such as ricotta toast, roasted chicken or classic Burgundian dishes like escargot • Highlights citrus flavors of foods with fresh orange

DISTRICT

Mâcon-Villages

R EGION

Bourgogne Blanc, Burgundy

Mâcon

DISTRICT

Mâcon-Villages

R EGION

Lugny

VINEYARD

Les Charmes

La Carte

Coeur de Charmes

GRAPES & TERROIR • 100% Chardonnay • Sourced exclusively from the “La Carte” vineyard, a single 7.7-acre vineyard on a steep slope known for the plated limestone rich soil which produces more concentrated, intense flavors

GRAPES & TERROIR • 100% Chardonnay • Limited production as wine is exclusively sourced from a 5-acre plateau at the heart of “Les Charmes” (the oldest part of the vineyard) • Vine Age: 50 years on average but vines up to 92 years old are largely concentrated in the part of the vineyard where this wine comes from • Distinct kimmeridgian limestone soil unique to this part of the vineyard creates a special complexity and finesse

• Vine Age: 50 years on average with some vines up to 71 years old WINEMAKING • 100% unoaked • 100% malolactic fermentation • Aged a minimum 18 months on lees • Aged an additional 6 months in the bottle WINEMAKERS NOTES • Nose: Citrus, tropical fruits and honey • Palate: Medium body on the palate with pronounced flavors of vibrant minerality, expressive fruits, and a touch of almond FOOD PAIRING • Pair with medium bodied dishes like poached fish with mushrooms • Highlights the richness of dishes with honey and more tropical fruits

R EGION

Bourgogne Blanc, Burgundy

Mâcon

DISTRICT

Mâcon-Villages

WINEMAKING • 100% unoaked • 100% malolactic fermentation • Aged 18 months on lees • Aged an additional 18 months in the bottle WINEMAKERS NOTES • Nose: Intense nose of exotic fruits (mango, papaya, pineapple), grapefruit and flint • Palate: Medium bodied, concentrated and elegant on the palate, with a rich roundness, concentrated fruits, and a rich mineral finish FOOD PAIRING • Pair with medium bodied dishes like butter poached fish or crab • Highlight the rich minerality of dishes with ingredients like mushrooms or cauliflower

R EGION

VINEYARD

Lugny

La Carte *Vegan starting with 2019 vintage

R EGION

Bourgogne Blanc, Burgundy

Mâcon

DISTRICT

Mâcon-Villages

R EGION

Lugny

VINEYARD

Les Charmes *Vegan starting with 2019 vintage

Our Wines are Made by Our Own Burgundy Experts, Not Negociants SRP** VIN

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CAVE DE LUGNY la côte blanche

UNOAKED CHARDONNAY MÂCON-VILLAGES Estate Grown and Bottled by Cave de Lugny - Lugny - France

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CAVE DE LUGNY m â c on - Lu g n y

LES CHARMES C H AR D ONNAY

Estate Grown and Bottled by Cave de Lugny - Lugny - France

ALL WINES

La Côte Blanche

Our Mâcon vineyards ensure excellent quality in classic Mâcon-Villages style: clean, crisp and fresh

$14.99

Les Charmes is our flagship vineyard, offering a unique and delicious expression of the Mâconnais

$18.99

La Carte

Limited production coming exclusively from a unique single vineyard producing more concentrated flavors

$19.99

Coeur de Charmes

From oldest part in the center of the Les Charmes vineyard with distinct soil, giving the wine special complexity and finesse

STYLE

APPELLATION

VINEYARD DETAILS

VINE AGE

Clean and crisp with notes of citrus, peach, apricot and a freshness on the palate

Mâcon-Villages

Mâcon Villages vineyards owned by Cave de Lugny. Mâcon Villages is an appellation made up of specific villages producing higher quality wine in the region of Mâcon.

30 years

• 6 months minimum on the lees

Mâcon-Lugny

Large single vineyard named “Les Charmes” in the village of Lugny with a south/south-east orientation providing optimal sunshine.

On average 50 years, with vines up to 92 years old

• 12 months minimum on the lees

Mâcon-Lugny

A single 7.7-acre vineyard on a steep slope with its unique plated limestone rich soil, producing more concentrated flavors.

On average 50 years, with vines up to 71 years old

Mâcon-Lugny

A 5-acre plateau at the center and oldest part of “Les Charmes” vineyard with distinct kimmeridgian limestone soil resulting in a special complexity & finesse.

On average 50 years, but with vines up to 92 years old largely concentrated in this part of the vineyard

• 100% unoaked Chardonnay

Les Charmes

$27.99

• Estate grown on limestone soil for good minerality • 100% stainless steel vinification & malolactic fermentation

All our wines are 100% estate grown & bottled, unlike many top White Burgundy brands which are produced by negociants. In fact, the top two White Burgundy brands source some of their Mâcon Villages wine from us.*

Softer, fuller and rounder style than La Côte Blanche with a floral nose and a more fruit-forward finish

More typical Burgundian style – intense, elegantly packed with exotic fruits and almond flavors

Intense tropical and exotic fruit notes with a rounded finish

AGING

• 18 months minimum on the lees • 6 months in the bottle before release

VEGAN

All 2019 Vintage wines and later are Certified Vegan.

• 18 months on the lees • 18 months in the bottle before release

*Source: IRI US Multi Outlet White Burgundy Brands L52W/E 11.7.21

** Suggested Retail Price. May vary by Market.

est. 1926

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