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Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé, based in Chambolle-Musigny in Burgundy’s Côte de Nuits, traces its origins back to the 15th century when the de Vogüé family first acquired vineyards in the region. Over centuries, the estate became one of Burgundy’s most prestigious domaines, remaining in the same noble lineage and eventually shaped in the 20th century by Comte Georges de Vogüé, who established its international reputation. Today, the domaine is best known as the largest holder of the legendary Musigny Grand Cru vineyard, with 7.12 hectares, alongside holdings in Bonnes-Mares and Chambolle-Musigny Premier Cru. Renowned for its Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, the estate embodies centuries of tradition and excellence, producing wines celebrated for their elegance, purity, and depth.
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Domaine des Comtes Lafon, based in Meursault in Burgundy’s Côte de Beaune, was established in the late 19th century when Jules Lafon, a lawyer, married Marie Boch in 1894 and inherited prime vineyard parcels in Meursault and Volnay, later adding a piece of the legendary Montrachet in 1919. Initially, much of the vineyard work was handled by sharecroppers, but in 1956 René Lafon began reclaiming the vines, and by 1961 the domaine started bottling its own wines. Since 1985, René’s son Dominique Lafon has led the estate, introducing biodynamic viticulture and elevating it to one of Burgundy’s most acclaimed producers, renowned for its expressive, terroir-driven whites and reds from prestigious appellations like Meursault Charmes, Perrières, and Montrachet.
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Domaine des Comtes Lafon, based in Meursault in Burgundy’s Côte de Beaune, was established in the late 19th century when Jules Lafon, a lawyer, married Marie Boch in 1894 and inherited prime vineyard parcels in Meursault and Volnay, later adding a piece of the legendary Montrachet in 1919. Initially, much of the vineyard work was handled by sharecroppers, but in 1956 René Lafon began reclaiming the vines, and by 1961 the domaine started bottling its own wines. Since 1985, René’s son Dominique Lafon has led the estate, introducing biodynamic viticulture and elevating it to one of Burgundy’s most acclaimed producers, renowned for its expressive, terroir-driven whites and reds from prestigious appellations like Meursault Charmes, Perrières, and Montrachet.
Winemaker Notes
A nose that combines rich candlewax with bright lemon oil. The palate is rounded and smooth, with a hint of buffered freshness. But here’s the magic: beneath that generous fruit lies a sense of chalky depth, like a stony, austere hinterland. It’s as if the 2018 vintage decided to dress up its abundant fruit in elegant window dressing.
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Domaine William Fèvre: Ever since its first harvest in 1959, William Fèvre has been a fervent defender of the Chablis appellation. Their commitment to preserving the subtle terroir of each parcel has made them stand out. Interestingly, the estate is now owned by the champagne house Henriot, and under the management of Didier Séguier since 1998
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The 2018 vintage is a fresh and tangy white wine that emphasizes aromas of lemongrass and grapefruit. Winemaking involves 100% destemming followed by a cool pre-fermentation maceration and maturation in carefully selected barrels—often from François Frères—to maintain energy and freshness.
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Established in 1985 in Flagey-Echezeaux, Domaine Emmanuel Rouget is a prestigious Burgundy winery born from the mentorship of legendary winemaker Henri Jayer. Rouget began working with Jayer in 1976, gradually taking over his vineyards—including the iconic Cros Parantoux—by 2001. The domaine is renowned for producing highly sought-after, elegant Pinot Noir using Jayer's techniques of low yields, cold maceration, and new oak aging.
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The origins of Domaine Roulot date back to 1830, when Guillaume Roulot established the family estate in Meursault. The domaine gained prominence under Guy Roulot, who expanded vineyard holdings and introduced parcel-by-parcel bottling, a practice that highlighted the individuality of Meursault’s lieux-dits. Guy’s sudden death in 1982 left the domaine in transition, with interim winemaking by Ted Lemon and Franck Grux until Jean-Marc Roulot—originally pursuing a career in acting—took over in 1989. Since then, Jean-Marc has transformed the domaine into one of Burgundy’s most admired producers, farming 16 hectares of vineyards organically and crafting wines from premier crus such as Meursault Charmes, Les Perrières, and Les Genevrières, as well as village and Bourgogne-level parcels. Domaine Roulot’s wines are renowned for their precision, minerality, and longevity, consistently ranking among the finest expressions of Chardonnay worldwide.
Winemaker Notes
A brilliant pale yellow color. The attractive aromas of white and yellow fruits mix with light woody notes. On the palate, this wine meets up to the expectations of its aromas: it has a round and full attack before the vanillary and toasty tastes reveal themselves. Good long-lasting aromas. The finish is slightly acidic.
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Domaine Faiveley is one of the largest and most illustrious domaines in Burgundy, and has made its name with red wines made from the Pinot Noir grape.
It was founded in 1825 in the village of Nuits-Saint-Georges under Joseph Faiveley, a wine merchant who had a desire for travel. In the beginning of the 19th Century, trade had begun between Burgundy and northern Europe, predominantly along the rivers and canals connecting the regions.
Merchants from Burgundy would travel along these paths to exchange their wines for textiles. Joseph Faiveley was one of these merchants, introducing his Burgundian wine to the wider world.
Today, the house is run by seventh-generation Eve and Erwan Faiveley (wine-searcher.com interviewed Eve Faiveley in 2021), and the company has expanded its footprint in the Côte de Beaune, and has vineyards throughout the Côte de Nuits, as well as in the Côte Chalonnaise (Domaine de la Framboisière) and Chablis.
Domaine Faiveley is best known for its Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines, but small amounts of Aligoté are also planted in the Côte Chalonnaise. Currently, Faiveley has 10 hectares (25 acres) of grand cru vineyards out of a total of 115 hectares (285 acres).
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Domaine Michel Niellon, based in Chassagne-Montrachet, is a prestigious family-owned Burgundy producer established in the 1950s by Michel Niellon and his father, Marcel. Famous for its high-quality Chardonnay from Bâtard-Montrachet and Chevalier-Montrachet, the small 6-7.5 hectare estate began bottling in the 1960s.
Winemaker Notes
ARIEL Chardonnay, with its tropical fruit character and subtle oak from barrel aging, has a distinctive combination of buttery apple and butterscotch flavors, combined with a toasty French oak bouquet. This is a dealcoholized wine that will continue to develop complexity as it ages. Try it with spaghetti carbonara, mango mahi-mahi, sautéed scallops, crispy duck.
THE J LOHR STORY
Fifty years ago, Jerry Lohr embarked on a career change. What followed would reshape the landscape of the California wine industry and create one of the country’s most popular wine brands.
In the late 1960s, Jerry Lohr began an extensive investigation of California grape growing regions – searching for the ideal location for his first vineyard. Jerry was raised on a South Dakota farm; his agricultural roots armed him with an innate sense for the relationship between climate, soil, and location. His research and instincts led him to the Central Coast, an area just beginning to explore its potential for winegrowing.
Four decades ago, the California Central Coast had not yet emerged as one of North America’s world-class winegrowing regions. With little history or viticultural precedent, planting on the Central Coast was a gamble. One of a handful of early pioneers, Jerry Lohr was among the first to realize the inherent potential of Monterey and Paso Robles for producing high quality grapes and superb wines.
PIONEERING MONTEREY AND PASO ROBLES -JERRY LOHR LEGACY-It’s no coincidence that the Central Coast’s emergence as a world class winegrowing region runs parallel with the establishment and growth of J. Lohr Vineyards & Winery. Founder Jerry Lohr is one of the region’s pioneers and has played a larger-than-life role in bringing the area to prominence.
Jerry’s instincts led him to two regions located about 75 miles apart. In the early 1970s, he chose Monterey County’s Arroyo Seco district for its cool, windy climate and rocky soils as ideal for Chardonnay. In the 1980s, he recognized the potential of Paso Robles for growing Bordeaux varietals, especially Cabernet Sauvignon – given the area’s rich soils and dramatic diurnal temperature swings between warm days and cool nights.
After Jerry Lohr’s nearly decade-long search for the right place to plant his first vineyard, he chose a site in Monterey County that was to become the heart of the Arroyo Seco appellation. Jerry originally planted 280 acres in 1972 and 1973 near Greenfield. Monterey County’s Arroyo Seco appellation has proved ideal for growing layered, complex Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Brisk winds and fog off Monterey Bay, stony, well-drained soils, and a lack of damaging fall rains all combine to produce grapes with trademark fruit intensity and balancing acidity. In 1974, Jerry unveiled the first J. Lohr winery in San Jose.
In the early 1980s, Jerry Lohr saw the potential for great Cabernet Sauvignon further south. Borrowing a lesson from the French—that great Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon excel in very different growing conditions—Jerry began planting Cabernet Sauvignon and other red varieties in San Luis Obispo County’s little-known Paso Robles region in 1986. With the hands-on devotion of an artisan farmer, Jerry tended to the vines while diligently working toward the creation and development of an adjacent winery and barreling cellars; J. Lohr’s Paso Robles production facility was opened in 1988.
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The 2019 Arnaud Ente Bourgogne Chardonnay is a highly regarded, premium regional white from Meursault and Puligny, characterized by precision, purity, and elegance. It features notes of crisp orchard fruit, citrus zest, blanched almonds, and bread dough with a saline finish. Known for meticulous, low-yield farming, Ente's 2019 shows a,velvety texture, lively freshness, and subtle oak, as he moves away from small barriques.
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Established in 1992 in Meursault, Burgundy, Domaine Arnaud Ente is a prestigious, boutique winery known for producing high-precision,, elegant white wines from just ~4 hectares. Founded by Arnaud Ente and his wife, Marie-Odile Thévenot, the estate focuses on meticulously farmed Chardonnay in Meursault and Puligny-Montrachet.
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Domaine Arnaud Ente’s history is rooted in family ties and chance opportunities: born in 1966 in the Côte de Beaune to a family originally from northern France, Arnaud was introduced to winemaking when his father married into the Puligny-Montrachet vintner family of Camille David. After initially pursuing science and physiotherapy, Arnaud shifted to viticulture following his military service and marriage in 1991 to Marie-Odile Thévenot, daughter of a Meursault vigneron. In 1990, he accepted his father-in-law’s offer of 3.5 hectares of vineyards, establishing his domaine in Meursault. His early wines in the 1990s were known for opulence and late picking, but since the 2000s he has become renowned for earlier harvests that emphasize acidity, minerality, and precision. Today, Domaine Arnaud Ente is considered one of Burgundy’s most elite small producers, with his son Pierre now joining the estate to oversee red wine production.
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Domaine Arnaud Ente’s history is rooted in family ties and chance opportunities: born in 1966 in the Côte de Beaune to a family originally from northern France, Arnaud was introduced to winemaking when his father married into the Puligny-Montrachet vintner family of Camille David. After initially pursuing science and physiotherapy, Arnaud shifted to viticulture following his military service and marriage in 1991 to Marie-Odile Thévenot, daughter of a Meursault vigneron. In 1990, he accepted his father-in-law’s offer of 3.5 hectares of vineyards, establishing his domaine in Meursault. His early wines in the 1990s were known for opulence and late picking, but since the 2000s he has become renowned for earlier harvests that emphasize acidity, minerality, and precision. Today, Domaine Arnaud Ente is considered one of Burgundy’s most elite small producers, with his son Pierre now joining the estate to oversee red wine production.
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It has a wonderful straw yellow colour with golden highlights, and the nose offers an elegant bouquet of mineral notes, accompanied by aromas of yellow fruits such as peach, a pungent note of grapefruit and sweet spices.
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Domaine Ballot-Millot is a historic, family-run winery based in Meursault, Burgundy, with roots dating back to 1630. Spanning over 16 generations, the 12-hectare estate manages vineyards in Meursault, Pommard, and Volnay. Since 2000, Charles Ballot has led the winery, adopting sustainable, organic-focused practices to produce acclaimed, elegant Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
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It has a wonderful straw yellow colour with golden highlights, and the nose offers an elegant bouquet of mineral notes, accompanied by aromas of yellow fruits such as peach, a pungent note of grapefruit and sweet spices.
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Domaine Ballot-Millot is a historic, family-run winery based in Meursault, Burgundy, with roots dating back to 1630. Spanning over 16 generations, the 12-hectare estate manages vineyards in Meursault, Pommard, and Volnay. Since 2000, Charles Ballot has led the winery, adopting sustainable, organic-focused practices to produce acclaimed, elegant Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
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Domaine Bertagna, based in Vougeot in the Côte de Nuits, has roots dating back to the early 20th century and is today recognized for its extensive holdings across Burgundy’s most prestigious appellations. The estate was revitalized in the 1980s when it was acquired by German entrepreneur Eva Reh, who modernized the winery and expanded its vineyard portfolio to about 21 hectares, including rare monopoles. Among its crown jewels is the Clos de la Perrière, a historic monopole vineyard in Vougeot classified as Premier Cru, which has been cultivated since the Middle Ages by monks of the Cîteaux Abbey. Bertagna’s stewardship of Clos de la Perrière continues this centuries-old legacy, producing Pinot Noir wines celebrated for their depth, elegance, and ability to age gracefully, making the domaine a key player in Burgundy’s modern and historical narrative.
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Domaine Blain-Gagnard was founded in 1980 through the marriage of Jean-Marc Blain, originally from Sancerre, and Claudine Gagnard, daughter of Jacques Gagnard of Chassagne-Montrachet. Rooted in Burgundy’s winemaking heritage dating back to 1683, the estate combines the traditions of the Gagnard family with Jean-Marc’s oenological training. Today, the domaine cultivates about 8 hectares across Chassagne-Montrachet, Puligny-Montrachet, Volnay, and Pommard, producing both reds and whites, with a strong emphasis on Chassagne-Montrachet. Known for its elegant whites and structured reds, Blain-Gagnard has established itself as a respected producer of Côte de Beaune wines, including several premier and grand crus such as Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet and Le Montrachet.
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The 2019 Domaine Buisson-Charles Meursault 1er Cru "La Goutte d'Or" is described by winemaker Patrick Essa as a powerful, "burly" wine characterized by its muscularity, tension, and extraordinary concentration. He famously contrasts its character with other crus by stating, "If Bouches-Chères is a gymnast, Goutte d'Or is a rugby player."
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Domaine Buisson-Charles, established in 1919 in Meursault, Burgundy, is a4th-generation family estate renowned for producing high-quality, long-aging white wines. Now managed by Patrick Essa and Catherine Buisson, the 6-hectare estate focuses on low-yield, organic-style viticulture and precise, low-intervention winemaking to express unique, old-vine terroirs.
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The 2019 Maison Caroline Lestimé Savigny-lès-Beaune "Les Planchots" Blanc presents a bright, perfumed nose characterized by notes of lemon, wet stones, and faint herbs. On the palate, this Chardonnay-based wine displays a beautiful "sucrocité" and a sleek, round texture that is expertly balanced by a vibrant, lively acidity on the finish. Crafted with minimal "bâttonage" (lees stirring) to preserve the purity of its fruit, the wine maintains a seamless interplay between oak, fruit, and earth, ensuring a fresh yet intense expression that is built to age gracefully for several years.
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Established in 1960 in Chassagne-Montrachet, Burgundy, by Jean-Noël Gagnard, this esteemed domaine is currently led by his daughter, Caroline Lestimé, who took over in 1989. Under her, the 12-14 hectare estate became known for organic, site-specific wines, focusing on precise, elegant Chardonnays, particularly from top Premier Cru sites like Les Caillerets.
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The history of Domaine Georges Roumier began in 1924, when Georges Roumier married Geneviève Quanquin, inheriting vineyards in Chambolle-Musigny that formed the core of the estate. Georges quickly established a reputation for meticulous craftsmanship, and in 1945 he pioneered estate bottling, elevating the domaine’s prestige. After Georges’s passing in 1965, his son Jean-Marie Roumier continued the legacy until 1992, when the reins passed to Christophe Roumier, who has since become one of Burgundy’s most respected winemakers. Today, the domaine cultivates parcels across Chambolle-Musigny, Morey-Saint-Denis, and Bonnes Mares, with holdings in grand crus such as Bonnes Mares and Musigny, producing wines celebrated for their purity, elegance, and longevity. Domaine Roumier is now regarded as a benchmark for Côte de Nuits Pinot Noir, consistently commanding global acclaim and collector demand.
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The wine presents a luminous green-gold color with a refined and precise nose of white blossom, ripe pear, and preserved lemon, layered with subtle spices from 22 months of barrel aging
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Domaine Jean-Noël Gagnard, based in Chassagne-Montrachet, is a premier Burgundian producer renowned for elegant white wines. Established by Jean-Noël Gagnard after inheriting vines in 1960, the estate has been run by his daughter, Caroline L'Estimé, since 1989. She transitioned the 12.5-hectare domaine to certified organic and biodynamic farming by 2014, focusing on low-intervention, terroir-driven Chardonnay.
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Joseph Colin grew up working at his father Marc Colin’s domaine, which had extensive holdings in Saint-Aubin, Chassagne-Montrachet, Puligny-Montrachet, and Santenay. After years of experience alongside his siblings, Joseph decided to create his own estate in 2017, starting with 7 hectares of vineyards and producing 19 different cuvées. His first independent bottling was a small release in 2016, but the following year marked the true launch of Domaine Joseph Colin. With a focus on low yields, meticulous vineyard work, and parcel-by-parcel vinification, Joseph quickly gained acclaim for wines that combine precision, minerality, and expressive terroir. Today, his domaine is considered one of the most exciting new-generation producers in Burgundy, particularly for Saint-Aubin and Chassagne-Montrachet whites, which showcase purity and finesse.
Winemaker Notes
Pale yellow. Piercing lifted scents of ripe orchard fruits and floral nuances with its classic marine aromatic base layers framing the higher pitched tones. Conveys a sense of weight without heaviness. Supportive and integrated natural acids buoy the forward presence of the wine. Finishes with great length, depth and persistence with a quiet verve. A compelling example of Durell.
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Kistler Vineyards is a small winery in the Russian River Valley specializing in Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Founded in 1978 on the notion that compelling wines of site can and should be made in California. Kistler has been working with their own heritage selection of Chardonnay since the mid-1980s and is known the world over as a single clone Chardonnay house. They plant one heritage selection of Chardonnay across fifteen vineyards, giving rise to eleven vineyard designate Chardonnays. Similarly, Kistler produces four Pinot Noirs; each of these wines is crafted from the two small-clustered, low-yielding clones that were imported from a Grand Cru vineyard in Burgundy, which they began propagating over 20 years ago. Geoff Labitzke, MW, is the National Director of Sales for Kistler Vineyards and will be our guide as we explore five distinct bottlings of Kistler’s highly sought-after wines.
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Domaine Lamy-Caillat was established in 2011, when Florence Lamy (daughter of René Lamy of Domaine Lamy-Pillot) and her husband Sébastien Caillat took over vineyards from an elderly neighbor in Chassagne-Montrachet. Starting with just 1.2 hectares of premier cru parcels, they envisioned a micro-domaine dedicated to artisanal winemaking, distinct from the larger-scale production of Lamy-Pillot. Sébastien, who had long been passionate about viticulture, brought meticulous attention to every stage of production—from vineyard care to bottling—emphasizing minimal intervention and precision. The domaine quickly gained recognition for its pure, terroir-expressive wines, crafted in tiny quantities. Today, Lamy-Caillat remains a “secret garden” of Burgundy, admired by collectors and connoisseurs for its uncompromising quality and authentic reflection of Chassagne-Montrachet’s limestone-rich soils.
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Pierre-Yves Colin began his career working at his family’s estate, Domaine Marc Colin, before deciding to branch out independently. In 2001, he and his wife Caroline Morey launched a small négociant business, sourcing grapes and producing wines under their own label. By 2005, they formally established Domaine Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey, combining family vineyard holdings with newly acquired parcels. Today, the domaine cultivates around 13–15 hectares of vines across prestigious appellations including Saint-Aubin, Chassagne-Montrachet, Puligny-Montrachet, Santenay, and Meursault, with production dominated by Chardonnay (over 90%) alongside small amounts of Pinot Noir and Aligoté. Known for its minimal intervention, long lees aging, and restrained use of new oak, the domaine produces wines celebrated for their purity, mineral tension, and remarkable ageing potential. Within just two decades, Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey has become a benchmark name in the Côte de Beaune, admired by collectors and critics worldwide.
