Méthode Ancestrale is a sparkling produced by Raphael Bartucci in Bugey-Cerdon, Bugey, France. Made from Gamay and Poulsard. The 2025 vintage is at peak maturity from 2026 to 2027. Track this wine and manage your cellar with Cellarion — the free, open-source wine app at cellarion.app.
Type: Sparkling
Appellation: Bugey-Cerdon
Region: Bugey
Country: France
Grapes: Gamay, Poulsard
Drink window: 2026–2027 (2025 vintage)
Frequently asked questions
When should I drink Méthode Ancestrale?
Méthode Ancestrale 2025 reaches peak maturity between 2026 and 2027. Outside that window, expect either underdeveloped tannins (too early) or fading fruit (too late).
Where is Méthode Ancestrale from?
Méthode Ancestrale is produced by Raphael Bartucci in Bugey-Cerdon, Bugey, France.
What grapes are in Méthode Ancestrale?
Méthode Ancestrale is a blend of Gamay and Poulsard.