Bernard Rondeau Bugey-Cerdon, Savoie, France

A rush of pink bubbles and gentle sweetness sets the mood as Bernard Rondeau Bugey-Cerdon bursts into the glass with carefree charm and Alpine freshness. Lightly sparkling, delicately sweet, and irresistibly joyful, this ancestral-method rosé captures one of France’s most endearing and distinctive wine traditions.

Product Details:

• Owners: Bernard & Marjorie Rondeau
• Winemaker: Bernard Rondeau
• Grapes: 100% Gamay
• ABV: 8.5%
• Bottle Size: 750 ml
• Residual Sugar: Approx. 40 g/L
• Method: Méthode ancestrale
• Harvest: Hand-harvested
• Fermentation: Native yeasts; stainless steel
• Filtration: Light filtration; disgorged

Sensory Description:

Strawberry-pink in color with a fine, playful mousse, the wine opens with vivid aromas of fresh strawberry, cherry, cream, and a hint of soft spice. On the palate, gentle sweetness is balanced by Gamay’s delicate tannins and bright acidity, creating the impression of lightness and lift rather than richness. Flavors of ripe red berries, strawberry parfait, and subtle pastry tones glide across the palate, finishing fresh, airy, and irresistibly drinkable.

Winemaker's Background:

Domaine Bernard et Marjorie Rondeau is tucked into the tiny hamlets surrounding Boyeux-Saint-Jérôme in the Ain, near the Swiss border. Bernard and Marjorie Rondeau met while studying enology in Bordeaux before returning to Marjorie’s family vineyards to revive and refine the local specialty of Cerdon de Bugey. Since taking over the estate, they have invested in modern cellar equipment while preserving the traditional méthode ancestrale that defines the appellation. Their work has helped elevate Cerdon’s reputation, earning Domaine Rondeau recognition as one of the region’s benchmark producers.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve well chilled to highlight its freshness and gentle sparkle. Best enjoyed within its first year of release, this Bugey-Cerdon shines as an aperitif and pairs beautifully with fruit-based desserts, powdered-sugar beignets, and chocolate-driven sweets. Its low alcohol and buoyant sweetness also make it a delightful early-evening pour for celebrations and casual gatherings.

Playful, authentic, and full of simple pleasure, Bernard Rondeau Bugey-Cerdon delivers a rare style of sparkling rosé that feels both nostalgic and endlessly refreshing, a true joy to share.