When one thinks of Burgundy, one often thinks of world-famous Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. But deep beneath the rolling vineyards of this iconic wine region lies another special story. In old limestone quarries, Bailly Lapierrehas been making refined Crémant de Bourgognefor over fifty years using the traditional method. Here, craftsmanship, patience, and the unique terroir of Burgundy come together in elegant sparkling wines with their own character.
For lovers of refined bubbles, Bailly Lapierre is a name not to be missed.
A winery built in ancient quarries
The story of Bailly Lapierre began in 1972, when a group of Burgundian winemakers decided to revive a special location. They chose the impressive underground limestone quarries of Saint-Bris-le-Vineux, near Auxerre. These former quarries, some galleries of which date back to the Middle Ages, proved to be the perfect place for sparkling wines to mature.
The constant climate of approximately 12 °C and high humidity provide ideal conditions for Crémant to develop slowly. Thanks to this natural cellar, the wines acquire their refined mousse, complex aromas, and elegant style.
Burgundy: the cradle of great Chardonnay and Pinot Noir
Bailly Lapierre works exclusively with grapes from Burgundy, a region renowned worldwide for its exceptional terroir. The chalky soils, temperate climate, and centuries of wine tradition form the ideal basis for grapes with freshness, finesse, and beautiful minerality.
For the Crémants, Chardonnayand Pinot Noirare mainly used, supplemented with grape varieties such as Aligotéand Gamay, depending on the cuvée. This combination results in sparkling wines that are fresh and vibrant, yet possess great depth and elegance.
Made using the traditional method
All Crémants from Bailly Lapierre are produced using the Méthode Traditionnelle, the same method also used in Champagne. After the first fermentation, the wine undergoes a second fermentation in the bottle, creating the fine, natural bubbles.
The Bailly Lapierre Réservethen receives prolonged aging on the lees. This extra aging provides refined aromas of brioche, toasted bread, and subtle nutty notes, while preserving the fresh fruit and lively acidity. The result is an elegant Crémant with a soft mousse, fresh citrus aromas, ripe apple, and a long, refined finish.
A sparkling wine for every moment
Crémant de Bourgogne is loved for its versatility, and that certainly applies to Bailly Lapierre. Its refined style makes this sparkling wine perfect as an aperitif, but also as an accompaniment to oysters, shellfish, sushi, light fish dishes, or creamy cheeses.
Thanks to the combination of freshness, elegance, and subtle creaminess, the Réserve is also an excellent alternative to Champagne. It is no coincidence that more and more wine lovers are choosing Crémant when looking for high-quality sparkling wine with an excellent price-quality ratio.
Why choose Bailly Lapierre?
Bailly Lapierre proves that Burgundy not only excels in still wines but also belongs to the absolute top when it comes to sparkling wines. The combination of ancient limestone quarries, carefully selected Burgundian grapes, and the traditional production method results in Crémants that are elegant, refined, and particularly gastronomic.
At Wijnhuis Cave, we choose Bailly Lapierre because this winery represents everything we love: authenticity, craftsmanship, and uncompromising quality. The Bailly Lapierre Réserveis a sparkling wine that makes every occasion special and shows why Crémant de Bourgogneis gaining increasing appreciation worldwide.
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