Rully

The Rully appellation d'origine contrôlée is a Village Appellation in the Côte Chalonnaise region of Saône-et-Loire. It comprises 23 climats classified as Premier Cru. The appellations Rully and Rully Premier Cru may or may not be followed by the name of their climat of origin.

The nuances between wines come from differences in terroir, exposure, and altitude, which vary considerably here. Between 230 and 300 meters above sea level, the hillside produces wines that rival the best of the nearby Côte de Beaune. Brown or calcareous with little clay content: soils suited to Pinot Noir. Clay-limestone: soils suited to Chardonnay.

White: golden with green highlights, becoming more intense with age, it excels in aromas of "hedge flowers" such as acacia, hawthorn, honeysuckle, very delicate elderflower, violet, lemon, white peach, and flint. With time, honey, quince, and dried fruit emerge. On the palate, it is fruity, with lively, round, rich and long-lasting fruit: all the freshness and polish of marble.

Red: ranging from ruby cherry to dark garnet, its bouquet combines black fruits (blackcurrant, blackberry) and red fruits (bigarreau cherry), licorice, lilac, and rose petals, evolving towards cooked fruit, half kirsch, half pepper. On the palate, the tannins complement the fruit and the structure of the wine. A few years of aging will deliciously soften the texture. The slight tightness on the finish is a good sign of persistence and a return of aromas.

Some people tend to underestimate the Rully appellation for white and red wines. The Rully vineyard is very old and stretches across hillsides at an altitude of 200 meters above sea level, overlooking the Saône plain. Producing very delicious wines, the soils contain brown limestone and clay-limestone elements. In addition, Château de Rully wine benefits from 23 climats classified as premier cru. On the slightly lower slopes are climats suitable for the production of red wines. Some of these climats are very popular, including Chapitre, La Pucelle, Les Champs Cloux, Grésigny, and Clos Saint-Jacques.

Wines differ depending on terroir, altitude, and exposure. There are three main categories of Rully wine on the market.

In addition to its golden hue, Rully white wine has green highlights. You can easily recognize this wine by its floral notes (hawthorn, acacia) and mineral notes (flint, gunflint). You can also detect citrus and white fruit aromas in this wine. Once you taste it, you will notice that this wine is generous, dense, and full-bodied. With excellent richness, it offers a certain freshness and liveliness. It is best served between 54 and 57°F.

At first glance, Rully Burgundy red wine resembles wines from the Côte de Beaune. With a deep red color and purple hues, it is identifiable by its notes of red and black fruits (cherry, blackberry, blackcurrant). It also has floral aromas of rose and violet. Some Rully Premier Cru red wines have dominant spicy, fur and leather notes. When you taste it, you will find that this dense wine shows a certain power and restraint at the same time. In order for this wine to express its potential, it will need time to develop. Before opening your bottle, wait at least three years. When stored in a cellar, premier cru wines can even wait five years or more. To fully appreciate Rully red wine, enjoy it with game or red meat at a temperature of 16°C.

These wines are recognizable by their often deep golden hues. On the nose, you will detect fairly dominant floral or mineral notes. For premier cru wines, their aging potential is 5 to 10 years. It is best served at a temperature of 55°F. Pair it with pike quenelles, fish in sauce, etc.

The beautiful AOC Rully red wine has such a special taste with its solid yet fruity structure. It goes very well with offal such as liver, roasted or sauced poultry, kidneys and sweetbreads, either pan-fried or in a sauce. Some people also prefer to enjoy it with meat pasta dishes, risottos, etc.

Full-bodied on the palate, Rully white wine has a beautiful fruity finish. This Rully appellation pairs well with tender meats and delicate dishes. Think of hot shellfish, fish with white sauce, pan-fried fish, etc. It also pairs well with poultry in an exquisite creamy sauce. It can be enjoyed as an aperitif with hard cheeses (Comté).