The Grands
Crus
Surface area
0.24 ha
Sun exposure
East
Position on the hillside
From the highest point down to the lower slopes
Location within the appellation
In the middle of the climate in the commune of Chambolle-Musigny
Soil type
On the upper slopes: the “white soils,” shallow limestone marls that bring a more saline and floral character. At the bottom: the “red soils,” a thin layer of iron-rich brown clay overlying fossil-rich limestone, which provide power and breadth.
Slope
With a drop of about thirty meters, reaching an altitude close to 300 meters. The incline becomes noticeably steeper, rising from 7% to 20%.
Specific features
Ranks stretch from the highest point down to the lower slopes.
Grape varieties
Pinot Noir
Pruning method
Guyot method
Ageing potential
10 years and more
Vine age
53 years old
Pratique
Certified organic, biodynamic
Serving temperature
Between 17°C and 18°C
Tasting
A wine built for ageing, Bonnes Mares combines vitality, tension, and structure, with an underlying elegance.
Surface area
0.14 ha
Sun exposure
East
Position on the hillside
Upper hillside
Location within the appellation
At the extreme southern end of the appellation
Surroundings
On the border with Latricières-Chambertin
Soil type
Deep clay-limestone soil
Specific features
A cool, well-ventilated terroir on the edge of the woods.
Grape varieties
Pinot Noir
Pruning method
Guyot method
Ageing potential
10 years and more
Vine age
45 years old
Pratique
Certified organic, biodynamic
Serving temperature
Between 17°C and 18°C
Tasting
An intense and full-bodied wine of great complexity, combining deep fruit with subtle smoky notes. It benefits from extended ageing.
Surface area
1.6 ha
Sun exposure
East
Position on the hillside
Upper hillside
Location within the appellation
Southeast part of the clos
Surroundings
On the upper hillside of Clos-Vougeot, this plot lies just steps from the château.
Soil type
Clay-limestone soils in the upper part of the plot, and clay-loam over limestone at the bottom of the slope.
Slope
A gentle slope between 2 and 5%
Grape varieties
Pinot Noir
Pruning method
Guyot method
Ageing potential
10 years and more
Vine age
60 years old
Pratique
Certified organic, biodynamic
Serving temperature
Between 17°C and 18°C
Tasting
It embodies the spirit of Clos-Vougeot: Cistercian, earthy, taut, and full of energy.
Surface area
0.94 ha
Sun exposure
South-facing
Position on the hillside
Upper hillside
Location within the appellation
Located on the northern side of the climat in the Combe d’Orveaux
Soil type
Limestone with clay-loam soil
Slope
A gentle slope of about 4% at around 260 meters elevation
Specific features
A steep plot, south-facing, yet benefiting from the cooling effect of the combe, structured by the enclosed topography of the area.
Grape varieties
Pinot Noir
Pruning method
Cordon de Royat method
Ageing potential
10 years and more
Vine age
80 years old
Pratique
Certified organic, biodynamic
Serving temperature
Between 17°C and 18°C
Tasting
The wine is deep, smooth on the attack, firmer on the youthful finish, and requires time to reveal its full character and charm.
Surface area
0.5 ha
Sun exposure
Southeast
Location within the appellation
At the extreme southern end of the appellation
Surroundings
The rows start just above the southwest wall of Clos-Vougeot.
Soil type
Deep clay-limestone soil
Slope
Gentle slope of about 4% at around 260 meters elevation.
Grape varieties
Pinot Noir
Pruning method
Guyot method
Ageing potential
10 years and more
Vine age
60 years old
Pratique
Certified organic, biodynamic
Serving temperature
Between 17°C and 18°C
Tasting
The bouquet is inviting, complex, and refined, while the palate is smooth, elongated, and elegant.
The Premiers
Crus
Surface area
0.25 ha
Sun exposure
East / Southeast
Position on the hillside
Upper hillside
Location within the appellation
Situated on the upper hillside.
Soil type
A very poor marl-limestone soil with exposed rock.
Slope
Steep slope
Specific features
At the edge of the woods, this steep plot is cooled by the combe.
Grape varieties
Pinot Noir
Pruning method
Guyot method
Ageing potential
10 years old
Vine age
10 years old
Pratique
Certified organic, biodynamic
Serving temperature
Between 17°C and 18°C
Tasting
This wine is typical of Gevrey-Chambertin and the Combe de Lavaux, earthy and structured, expressing dark fruit and gentle spices.
Surface area
1.07 ha
Sun exposure
East / Southeast
Position on the hillside
Mid-slope
Location within the appellation
South of the commune
Surroundings
Immediate neighbor of Premier Cru Les Saint-Georges and Premier Cru Vaucrains
Soil type
The soil is composed of oolitic limestone, formed from tiny spherical grains created by calcium carbonate concretion.
Slope
Gentle to no slope
Specific features
The rows run from the highest point down the plot.
Grape varieties
Pinot Noir
Pruning method
Guyot method
Ageing potential
10 years and more
Pratique
Certified organic, biodynamic
Serving temperature
Between 17°C and 18°C
Tasting
This Premier Cru is graceful and seductive, always perfumed, spicy, and velvety.
Surface area
1.14 ha
Sun exposure
South
Surroundings
Facing the Richebourg Grand Cru
Soil type
Shallow clay-limestone soil
Specific features
Extending from the valley, the plot benefits from cooler temperatures that balance its south-facing exposure.
Grape varieties
Pinot Noir
Pruning method
Guyot method
Ageing potential
10 years and more
Vine age
70 years old
Pratique
Certified organic, biodynamic
Serving temperature
Between 17°C and 18°C
Tasting
The wine is fragrant and supple, with a broad aromatic palette that is both delicately lively and highly floral. It is sensual, with an enveloping mouthfeel and an exceptionally long finish.
The
Villages
Surface area
0.7 ha
Sun exposure
East
Position on the hillside
Bottom part of the slope
Soil type
A very poor soil with exposed rock.
Grape varieties
Pinot Noir
Pruning method
Guyot method
Ageing potential
10 years and more
Vine age
40 years old
Pratique
Certified organic, biodynamic
Serving temperature
Between 17°C and 18°C
Tasting
A highly refined wine, floral, airy, and silky, with great charm. Accessible in its youth, yet perfectly capable of ageing gracefully.
Surface area
1.16 ha
Sun exposure
East exposure
Location within the appellation
The Vosne-Romanée Village is a blend of lots: a 0.35-hectare plot called “Les Vigneux”, which is on the lower part of the slope and adjoins the Grand Cru Romanée-Saint-Vivant, as well as grapes from the young vines of our 1er and Grands Crus, from the Vosne-Romanée appellation.
Soil type
Clay-limestone soil
Grape varieties
Pinot Noir
Pruning method
Guyot method
Vine age
30 years old
Pratique
Certified organic, biodynamic
Serving temperature
Between 17°C and 18°C
Tasting
An expressive, floral wine with a silky, powdery touch on the palate.
Surface area
0.59 ha
Surroundings
A stone wall enclosed plot, located just below "La Tâche" Grand Cru of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti.
Soil type
Shallow clay-limestone soil
Specific features
A stone wall encloses the plot, providing warmth and frost protection.
Grape varieties
Pinot Noir
Pruning method
Guyot method
Vine age
40 years old
Pratique
Certified organic, biodynamic
Serving temperature
Between 17°C and 18°C
Tasting
The wine is deep and velvety, with expressive red fruit, delicate red flower petal notes, and a long, persistent finish.
