Holidays? Maybe not so fast!
It's August in France. That means that everybody (and we mean everybody!) is preparing for their summer holidays. And normally, that includes the winemakers. But this year is different. It looks like the harvest for the 2025 vintage will begin while most folks are still on vacation. So the winemakers are cutting short their beach time and scurrying to make preparations to start picking in the last week of the month.
Cromey Le Clos Vineyard update
And that includes us! The crop in the Cromey Le Clos vineyard is beautiful and bountiful. And expectations are high for a vintage that will rival some of the great Burgundy from years ending in 5....we think of 1985, 1995, 2005, 2015. And now 2025! Don't worry we will write regular updates as this vintage is harvested and develops. Very exciting. But there is more current and exciting news - the 2023 Cromey Le Clos has now arrived and is available here. The wines are fantastic and our tasting reports show wines that punch well above their appellation. But the quantities from our vineyard are small and so we want to offer our enthusiasts and insiders first dibs!
Auxey-Duresses
And this month, we shine a light on the wines of Auxey-Duresses, one of our classic 'lesser-known' appellations. With whites that rhyme with Meursault, and reds that make you think Volnay, Auxey-Duresses in the right hands deserves your closer attention. And there are no surer hands in Auxey than Agnes Paquet. We also feature a blog on Volnay, one of the most beautiful appellations in all the Cote de Beaune.
Cooling off
So it's August and it is hot. So we also bring you some tips on how to keep wine cool on a hot summer day.
Food
And finally, when the grapes are fermenting and the young wine is sleeping quietly after the harvest, the vineyards become a hunting ground for mushrooms. It's a sign of the changing seasons. So let us share some of our favorite mushroom recipes and wine pairing as we come to the cusp of autumn.
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Discover how to properly chill wine and the Burgundy wines we like to chill for our guests at Domaine de Cromey. Come enjoy a chilled Burgundy wine with us.
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Cool, Pour, Pair – Explore the Wines Behind the Stories
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This month’s newsletter features more than great reading—it’s your guide to some truly exceptional wines. From crisp chillers to mushroom-friendly reds and regional standouts, these are the bottles behind the blogs.
But first, don't forget to check out the great wines from Cromey's own vineyard, Cromey Le Clos Monopole 2023, just arrived in our California cellars. Red and white.
How to Chill
Beat the heat with these refreshing, food-friendly picks:
Perfect with Mushrooms
Elevate earthy dishes with these beautifully structured reds:
Spotlight on Volnay
Two elegant, expressive Pinot Noirs from top Premier Cru sites:
Discover Auxey-Duresses
Fresh, terroir-driven wines that offer serious value:
These wines won’t last long—shop now and add something truly special to your cellar.
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With its complex flavors and rich character, Burgundy wine – and especially red Burgundy wines made with the Pinot Noir grape – offers unique food pairing combinations, especially with Burgundy mushroom dishes. The flavors of the humble mushroom, along with undergrowth and animal notes, are one of the hallmarks of the Pinot Noir grape, especially when aged.
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Be Our Guest at Domaine de Cromey
Live like a local in the heart of Burgundy. Whether you’re gathering with friends or joining a Mix & Meet week, our all-inclusive Burgundy House Parties offer insider access, world-class wines, and luxury hospitality in a setting like no other.
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Volnay AOC, in the Côte de Beaune, is renowned for its elegant red Burgundies. The name originates from “Volen,” the God of water, and was once called Vollenay. A château built by Hugues IV around 1250 became a favorite retreat for dukes, who prized the area's fresh air and fine wine. Over centuries, Volnay gained fame—Louis XI even owned vineyards here. From the Knights of Malta to French royalty, Volnay’s wines have long been celebrated.
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Discover Auxey-Duresses, a lesser-known Burgundy appellation in the Côte de Beaune, pronounced "Aussey Duress." Tucked into a cool side valley, it produces distinctive wines shaped by its climate. Growers here, like those in Chablis, must guard against spring frosts and cool summers—sometimes using heaters or ice-jacket sprays to protect their vines.
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The Most Popular Wines This Month
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Experience the best of Burgundy this August—unrivaled in both quality and value—only at burgundywine.com. From beloved classics to rare gems, explore our latest arrivals, perfect for warm summer nights and leisurely seasonal gatherings.
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WHITE BURGUNDY
Beat the Heat White Burgundy for Summer
We’re not big on heavy oak. Elden Selections White Burgundy is all about freshness, energy, and complexity—wines that let the terroir shine. From the steely elegance of Chablis to the vibrant minerality of the Côte de Beaune and beyond, these whites are perfect for warm days and cool glasses.
Domaine Borgeot Bourgogne 'Clos de la Carbonade' 2023 Case
Lively aromas of lemon, green apple, and citrus. On the palate, this medium-bodied white Burgundy reveals a gentle creaminess, perfectly offset by a long crisp citrus finish.
Chateau Cary-Potet White 2022 Mixed Case
Two standout Premier Crus from Montagny—Les Burnins and Les Jardins—are back in stock. These fresh, mineral-rich Chardonnays from the southern Côte Chalonnaise offer incredible value and elegance.
RED & WHITE BURGUNDY
Discover the Hautes-Côtes de Nuits Mixed Case
Just above the famed Côte de Nuits lies the Hautes-Côtes—home to fresh, floral, and beautifully priced Burgundy. Known mostly for reds, this region also produces exceptional, under-the-radar whites that deliver richness, vibrancy, and great value.
What We’re Drinking at Cromey Case
Domaine de Cromey is our home in Burgundy—an elegant 17th-century manor where wine, food, and hospitality come together in unforgettable fashion. Surrounded by history and vineyards, Cromey offers a true taste of Burgundy, with six luxurious suites and world-class experiences at every turn.
RED BURGUNDY
Domaine Joliet Fixin Clos de la Perrière Vertical Case
12 Bottle Case includes 4 bottles of each RED 2020, 2021, 2022 vintages. Pale ruby red, this Fixin at 13% alcohol is anything but your stereotypic Fixin rustic. Very elegant, sweet fresh raspberry fruit, then cherry. There’s richness and intensity, ripeness and purity, a tension that tells you it will age well. Complex and seductive, long and exciting.
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