Albert Morot
Albert Morot is a name that resonates with tradition and passion in the world of Burgundy wines. The domaine’s roots stretch back to the early 19th century, when Philibert Jacques Angélique Morot began selling wine from his vineyard, shipped by horse-drawn carriage. It was Albert Morot in 1880, who continued the business under his own name, establishing a legacy which would endure through generations. The Château de la Creusotte, built by Albert in 1898, stands…
Read MoreMichel Bouzereau Et Fils
Michel Bouzereau Et Fils stands as a beacon of Burgundy’s winemaking tradition, a family-run domaine where each bottle is a chapter of their story. For seven generations, the Bouzereau family has been an integral part of Meursault’s fabric, with Michel Bouzereau once presiding over the prestigious Burgundy Growers’ Union. The domaine’s philosophy is simple yet profound: only excellent grapes can make excellent wines. This belief is evident in their meticulous vineyard management and organic farming practices, which…
Read MoreDomaine Guy Amiot et Fils
Guy Amiot et Fils is not just a winery; it’s a family legacy deeply rooted in the heart of Chassagne-Montrachet since 1920. The Amiot family’s connection to the land and their vines is noticeable in every bottle they produce. It’s a story which began with Flavie and Arsène Amiot, who instilled a profound respect for the terroir and a passion for winemaking which has been passed down through four generations. Today, the domaine is a…
Read MoreDomaine Sylvain Dussort
Set amidst the picturesque landscapes of Meursault, Domaine Sylvain Dussort stands as an emblem of timeless winemaking tradition. With a profound dedication to quality and an unwavering commitment to excellence, Sylvain Dussort, now run by Anne-Caroline, Sylvain’s daughter, cultivates a diverse range of wines that reflect the region’s unique terroir and heritage. Anne-Caroline told me after working in the wine business in New York for 5 years, on the sales side, she yearned to be…
Read MoreDomaine Philippe Raimbault
In the heart of the enchanting Loire Valley, Domaine Philippe Raimbault has vines on each side of the Loire in the Sancerre, Pouilly-Fumé and Coteaux du Giennois appellations. The soil rests on a geological base dating from the secondary era of Jurassic formation, and there are marine fossils over 130 million years old. These fossils are displayed on each of their labels. Winegrowers have been tending these fossil rich soils, passed from parent to child, for thirteen…
Read MoreDomaine Stéphane Magnien
I met with Stéphane Magnien, 4th generation of winegrowers in his family, this past February. His wines were complex; full of character and elegance. Based out of Morey-St. Denis in Burgundy’s revered Côte de Nuits, Domaine Stéphane Magnien, shines as a beacon of tradition and excellence in winemaking despite its small size. At Domaine Stéphane Magnien, winemaking is elevated to an art form, characterized by meticulous attention to detail and an unwavering commitment to quality. The estate’s…
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