Bugey wine

Bugey wine made from the aromatic white variety Altesse, locally called Roussette, are among the more noted from the area.

Vineyards of the two Bugey appellations cover around 500 hectares (1,200 acres) spread over 67 communes in the department of Ain.

Roussette de Bugey with a mention of geographical origin is already required to be made from only Altesse grapes.

[5][6] By May 28, 2009, the scrutiny process was finished and INAO gave its approval, with official publication of AOC rules to follow.

[3] Bugey is located outside any of the major French wine regions, and is therefore usually counted as a small wine-making area of its own.