Bourgogne Tonnerre: Dampt Freres

The region of Burgundy, also known as Bourgogne, has a rich and opulent history. In the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries, the Grand Duchy of Burgundy reached as far as Belgium and the North Sea, becoming renowned for its riches, culture, and wine. Building on vineyards planted by the Romans and later cultivated by medieval monks, the region established a winemaking legacy that endures today. Despite being geographically small, Burgundy produces some of the most expensive and sought-after wines in the world, its limestone soils lending them a uniquely appetising minerality that sets a Burgundy apart from its peers.

The Bourgogne Tonnerre appellation covers still white wines from the north-western corner of Burgundy, made exclusively from Chardonnay. Located just 15km from Chablis, it shares the same Kimmeridgian terroir and continental climate, lending its wines a comparable freshness and minerality. Centred on the historic town of Tonnerre, this small regional appellation produces crisp, elegant whites that offer excellent value as an alternative to their more famous neighbour.