Bedeau
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed within 1–5 years from the vintage release to appreciate its vibrant fruit and natural energy.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Roasted duck, wild mushroom tart, grilled pork chops
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Frédéric Cossard's 'Bedeau' is a legendary Bourgogne Rouge that captures the wild, energetic spirit of natural winemaking in Burgundy. The name 'Bedeau' historically refers to a church beadle, a subtle nod to the monastic heritage that shaped the vineyards of the region. Sourced from organically and biodynamically farmed Pinot Noir plots, this cuvée is crafted with Cossard's signature hands-off philosophy. The grapes undergo whole-cluster fermentation with indigenous yeasts in open vats, followed by aging in seasoned oak casks, entirely without the addition of sulfur. This non-interventionist approach yields a remarkably pure, vibrant, and living expression of Burgundy, characterized by bright red berry fruit, forest floor nuances, and a lively, mineral-driven finish.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Established in 1996 by Frédéric Cossard, a pioneer of natural winemaking, Domaine de Chassorney is nestled in the historic village of Saint-Romain within Burgundy, France. Operating both his estate and an acclaimed négociant label under his own name, Cossard is celebrated for his uncompromising commitment to organic and biodynamic farming. In the cellar, he practices a strict non-interventionist philosophy, fermenting with indigenous yeasts and bottling entirely without added sulfur. This expressive approach utilizes diverse vessels, including traditional oak, concrete eggs, and Georgian qvevris, to craft remarkably pure, vibrant expressions of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Ploussard.