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Inside Domaine de Chassorney: The Pure Artistry of Frédéric Cossard Wines

Few names in Burgundy evoke both tradition and innovation like Frédéric Cossard. Leaving the family’s dairy business behind, Cossard followed his passion for terroir-driven wines, founding Domaine de Chassorney in 1996.


Today, his Frédéric Cossard wines are celebrated for their purity, depth, and soulful expression—each bottle a testament to sustainable farming and meticulous, sulfur-free winemaking.


“Black-and-white image of winemaker Frédéric Cossard lifting a wine thief from a wooden barrel to sample wine, with additional barrels stacked in the background.”
Frédéric Cossard drawing a sample from a barrel in the cool cellars of Domaine de Chassorney.

From Dairy Roots to Domaine de Chassorney

Despite a childhood steeped in dairy, Cossard’s fascination with his grandfather’s small Saint-Romain vineyard led him to plant his first vines in 1996. Located across seven appellations—including Les Folatières, one of Puligny-Montrachet’s prized premiers crus—Domaine de Chassorney has grown to 10 hectares, with recent acquisitions in Volnay and Pommard


Sustainable, Sulfur-Free Winemaking


Ozone Cleaning & Extended Fermentation

Cossard rejects conventional sulfur use, relying instead on rigorous hygiene—ozone-washed barrels—and extended fermentations. Whites ferment up to six months without temperature control, while reds undergo long macerations, all resting on lees until the following September.


Holistic Vineyard Collaboration

Beyond his own estate, Cossard partners closely with growers to ensure each parcel meets his strict organic and biodynamic standards, preserving healthy soils and genuine terroir expression


Additional Frédéric Cossard Cuvées to Discover

Below are four more outstanding 2019–2020 releases—each showcasing Cossard’s terroir-driven philosophy and artisanal flair.


Frédéric Cossard Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Charmottes 2020

Village-level Nuits with exceptional depth.


Tasting & Pairing:

  • Aroma: Black cherry, wild thyme, forest-floor nuance

  • Palate: Juicy plum, earthy undertones, refreshing acidity

  • Serve: 13 °C alongside mushroom-cream pasta, grilled chicken, or aged Comté.


2020 Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Charmottes
2020 Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Charmottes

Frédéric Cossard Morey-Saint-Denis Les Champs de La Vigne Qvevris 2020

A rare Qvevris vinification in Burgundy.


Tasting & Pairing:

  • Aroma: Sun-baked red berries, dried herbs, a touch of flint

  • Palate: Ripe cherry compote balanced by savory spice and fine-grained tannins

  • Serve: 13 °C with charcuterie, roast pork belly, or Provençal ratatouille.


Frédéric Cossard Morey-Saint-Denis Les Champs de La Vigne Qvevris 2020
Frédéric Cossar Morey-Saint-Denis Les Champs de La Vigne Qvevris 2020

Frédéric Cossard Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru Les Damodes 2020

A refined premier-cru from top Nuits terroir.


Tasting & Pairing:

  • Aroma: Dark berry, violets, subtle leather

  • Palate: Structured yet silky, with blackberry, graphite, and a mineral finish

  • Serve: 14 °C with beef tartare, roasted duck breast, or truffle-infused risotto.


Frédéric Cossard Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru Les Damodes 2020
Frédéric Cossard Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru Les Damodes 2020

Frédéric Cossard Vosne-Romanee Les Champs Perdrix 2019

Premier-estate Vosne elegance in a single cuvée.


Tasting & Pairing:

  • Aroma: Pomegranate, rose petal, forest floor

  • Palate: Concentrated red fruit, fine tannins, and a saline lift

  • Serve: 13 °C with seared scallops, lamb chops, or a chilled beet-and-goat-cheese salad.


Frédéric Cossard Vosne-Romanee Les Champs Perdrix 2019
Frédéric Cossard Vosne-Romanee Les Champs Perdrix 2019

From Qvevris trials to top-tier premiers crus, these Frédéric Cossard wines capture the essence of natural Burgundies—pure, expressive, and endlessly intriguing. Santé!

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