Cave de Lugny Brand Book FY24

OUR STORY

Leaders in White Burgundy since 1926

Cave de Lugny has nearly 100 years experience in producing the finest unoaked Chardonnay from the Mâconnais

Founded in 1926, Cave de Lugny is a cooperative of grower families that controls more than 200 estates and over 3,100 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 1/3rd of the total production of the Mâconnais, making us one of the leading White Burgundy producers.

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 this varietal.

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Since 2011, Cave de Lugny has made significant efforts in reducing energy waste and consumption:

Cave de Lugny Wines are Sustainable & Vegan*

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.

Starting with the 2019 vintage, all Cave de Lugny wines are vegan

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

*Starting with the 2019 vintage, all Cave de Lugny wines are vegan

OUR WINES

La Côte Blanche

GRAPES & TERROIR

• 100% Chardonnay

• 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

• Vineyards grow on limestone soil, the ideal soil for growing Chardonnay providing greater minerality

WINEMAKING

• 100% unoaked

• 100% malolactic fermentation

• 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

Les Charmes

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

WINEMAKING

• 100% unoaked

• 100% malolactic fermentation

• Aged a minimum of 12 months on lees

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

Lugny Les Charmes

Bourgogne Blanc, Burgundy Mâcon Mâcon-Villages

Bourgogne Blanc, Burgundy

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

• 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

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

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

Bourgogne Blanc, Burgundy

Bourgogne Blanc, Burgundy

Our Wines are Made by Our Own Burgundy Experts, Not Negociants

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.*

SRP** ALL WINES STYLE APPELLATION VINEYARD DETAILS VINE AGE AGING VEGAN

La Côte Blanche

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

Les Charmes

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

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

Coeur de Charmes

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

$14.99

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

• 100% unoaked Chardonnay

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

$18.99

• Estate grown on limestone soil for good minerality

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

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

$19.99

• 100% stainless steel vinification & malolactic fermentation

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

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

• 18 months minimum on the lees

• 6 months in the bottle before release

Starting with the 2019 vintage, all Cave de Lugny wines are vegan

$27.99

Intense tropical and exotic fruit notes with a rounded finish

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

• 18 months on the lees

• 18 months in the bottle before release

est. 1926

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