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Rully

Burgundy

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Côte d’Or & Côte Chalonnaise

A versatile Côte Chalonnaise village known for crisp whites, charming reds, and some of Burgundy's best Crémant. Rully is the kind of place that reminds you wine is meant to be shared and enjoyed, not overthought.

The wines of Rully are made primarily from Pinot Noir, Chardonnay.

220–370 m

Elevation range

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Wine styles

23 Premier Crus

Avg. slope 9°

27 Vineyards

Avg. slope 5.8°

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Nearby Appellations

To the north Bouzeron

To the south Mercurey

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Terroir & Character

Climate

Rully benefits from a slightly warmer microclimate than northern Côte Chalonnaise appellations due to its sheltered valley position and eastern exposure. The limestone slopes provide good air circulation and frost protection, while morning sun exposure ensures optimal ripening conditions.

Terroir

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Rully sits on Jurassic limestone bedrock from the Bathonian and Bajocian periods, rich in marine fossils including oysters and belemnites. The limestone is interlayered with marl deposits that provide excellent drainage while retaining sufficient moisture, allowing vine roots to penetrate deep into the fractured bedrock.

Typical Aromas

citrusgreen applemineralwhite flowers
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Notable Producers

Dureuil-JanthialBenchmark Rully whites and reds
Vincent Dureuil-JanthialPrecise, terroir-driven Rully

Grapes of Rully

Pinot Noir

Red
Body
Tannins
Sweetness
Acidity
strawberryraspberryred cherryviolet

The benchmark Pinot Noir. Côte de Nuits leans structured and dark-cherried, Côte de Beaune turns perfumed and supple, both ageing into forest floor and truffle.

Chardonnay

White
Body
Sweetness
Acidity
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Chardonnay's homeland. Chablis stays steely and citrus-driven, the Côte de Beaune turns rich and hazelnutty, the Mâconnais sits comfortably between.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rully known for?▼
Rully is known for its crisp white wines, charming red wines, and some of Burgundy's finest Crémant sparkling wine. This Côte Chalonnaise village offers approachable, food-friendly wines that embody the philosophy that wine should be shared and enjoyed rather than overthought.
What does Rully wine taste like?▼
Rully whites are crisp and mineral-driven with bright acidity, while the reds are charming and elegant with good structure. The limestone and marl soils contribute to the wines' distinctive minerality and freshness.
What grapes are grown in Rully?▼
Rully produces wines primarily from Chardonnay for whites and Pinot Noir for reds. These classic Burgundian varieties thrive in Rully's limestone and marl soils, creating both still wines and excellent Crémant de Bourgogne.
How many premier crus does Rully have?▼
Rully has 23 Premier Cru vineyards. This substantial number of classified sites demonstrates the village's quality potential and terroir diversity within the Côte Chalonnaise.
What soil types are found in Rully?▼
Rully's vineyards are planted on limestone and marl soils. These calcareous soils provide excellent drainage and contribute to the mineral character and crisp acidity found in both the white and red wines.

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