Bertagna Estate

The history of the estate

From the birth to the recognition of exceptional wines from the Bertagna estate

Claude Bertagnafounded the eponymous estate in 1950. It was in 1982 that a German family namedRehtakes the reins. At the heart of theCôte de Nuits, very close to the Château du Clos Vougeot, theBertagna estatehas made a name for itself amidst the exceptional vineyards whose secrets only Burgundy holds.Eva Reh, is now at the head of the family estate, and perpetuates the tradition by producing great wines.

The terroir

Well surrounded, an estate that stands out

At the heart of theCôte de Nuits, in Vougeot (Burgundy), theBertagna estateextends over 17 hectares. On this site, the house produces more red wine than white, with approximately 13 hectares for the former compared to 4 hectares for the latter.

Facing east are the two emblematic grape varieties of the estate, thePinot Noir(100%) and theChardonnay(100%), benefit from a favorable climate and exceptional terroir. Moreover, between Aloxe-Corton and Gevrey-Chambertin, the estate enjoys perfect drainage thanks to the characteristic slopes of this locality.

THEBertagna estateIt offers wine lovers 18 appellations, including no fewer than 5 Grands Crus:Corton Charlemagne, Corton Grand Cru, Clos de Vougeot, Clos Saint-Denis, and Chambertin.

Viticulture and winemaking

Meticulous craftsmanship

The estate prides itself on cultivating its vines insustainable agricultureNo chemical treatment is used, in favor of a more natural treatment, which reduces the reproduction and egg-laying of harmful insects (white butterfly).

The work is done manually, particularly the harvest. Pruning and winemaking are carried out in the traditional way. Placed in stainless steel tanks, the grapes undergo regular punch-downs (on average twice a day).The wine is aged in oak barrels., ranging from 12 to 15 months for Chardonnay, compared to 15 to 18 months for Pinot Noir.

Denis Rozat,today, at the head of production, perpetuatesthe excellent reputation of the Bertagna estateby offering exceptional wines.