“Les Cloux” is a Rully Premier Cru made from 100% Chardonnay, grown on the limestone slopes around the village. Rully sits in the Côte Chalonnaise, between the Côte de Beaune to the north and the Mâconnais to the south, and it can offer some of the best value in white Burgundy when the winemaking is good.

This is a polished, well-made example. The aromas lean towards stewed apple and brioche, with hints of hazelnut and a touch of riper fruit. On the palate it’s smooth and rounded, with a fine line of acidity keeping it fresh. A small amount of oak ageing adds gentle buttery notes, but it doesn’t dominate. The finish is long and composed.

It’s the sort of bottle that regularly surprises people who assume they need a bigger name on the label to get quality.

Domaine Belleville has been based in Rully since the early 20th century. The estate farms around 28 hectares across Burgundy and is part of the Dumont family group, alongside Château de Messey in the Mâconnais and Manoir Murisaltien in the Côte d’Or.

Food Pairing

This works well with roast chicken, pork, or richer fish dishes, especially where there’s butter in the mix. It’s also a good match for creamy pasta, mushroom dishes, or soft cheeses where you want texture but still need freshness.