Winemaker Notes This wine comes from four separate plots on the Butteaux slopes, in the western part of the Montmains valley. They are the most distant from the winery, but only 2 km away. The clays here are compact and contain marl. The wines made from these vines express great complexity on the palate. These are wines of character, excellent for enthusiasts. About Winery Domaine Louis Michel has a rich history that dates back to the early 19th century, with a deep connection to the Chablis wine region. The winery has been passed down through generations of the Michel family, and over time, it has become known for producing wines that truly express the unique terroir of Chablis. 19th Century Beginnings: The Michel family has been growing grapes in Chablis since at least the early 1800s. The family's roots in winemaking are long-established, and they became recognized for their dedication to crafting wines from the region's premier vineyard sites. After World War II, Domaine Louis Michel began to gain more recognition as a quality producer of Chablis wines. The family continued to focus on traditional winemaking methods, carefully nurturing their vineyards and establishing a reputation for producing wines with purity and expression of the Chablis terroir. During these decades, the estate significantly expanded its vineyard holdings in the Chablis region. The family acquired several prime vineyard plots in the Premier Cru and Grand Cru areas, strengthening its position as a leading producer in the region. Today, Domaine Louis Michel is run by Louis Michel's descendants, who have continued the tradition of quality winemaking. The estate places strong emphasis on organic viticulture and sustainable farming practices, which have become a hallmark of the domaine’s approach.

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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. About Winery 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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