PRE-ORDER About Winery Château de la Tour, located in Clos de Vougeot, Burgundy, was founded in 1890 by Jean Morin and remains the only château within the famous Clos de Vougeot vineyard. Built in the late 19th century, it quickly became a symbol of the appellation, with its wines exclusively produced from Clos de Vougeot vines. The estate has stayed in family hands, now managed by François Labet, who also oversees Domaine Pierre Labet. Château de la Tour is notable for being one of the largest landholders in Clos de Vougeot, farming about 5.5 hectares, including prized parcels of old vines planted in 1910. The domaine is known for traditional Burgundian winemaking, minimal intervention, and a focus on expressing the unique terroir of Clos de Vougeot. Today, it stands as both a historic landmark and a benchmark producer of this grand cru vineyard.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Domaine de Montille traces its origins back to the 1730s, but its modern chapter began in 1947 when Hubert de Montille inherited just a few hectares in Volnay and Pommard after much of the family’s Côte de Nuits holdings had been sold off. A lawyer by profession, Hubert revitalized the estate with a focus on restrained, terroir-driven wines, gradually expanding its vineyard holdings. His children, Etienne and Alix, later joined, with Etienne taking over management in 1995 and further developing the domaine, including acquiring Château de Puligny-Montrachet in 2012. Today, Domaine de Montille is recognized as one of Burgundy’s leading estates, balancing centuries of tradition with modern precision and sustainability.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Domaine Denis Mortet traces its roots to 1956 when Charles Mortet established a small estate in Gevrey-Chambertin. Denis joined his father in 1978, gradually shifting the domaine toward bottling its own wines rather than selling to merchants. In 1991, when Charles retired, Denis inherited 4.5 hectares and founded Domaine Denis Mortet, quickly gaining acclaim for meticulous vineyard work and refined winemaking, influenced by mentors like Henri Jayer and Lalou Bize-Leroy. By the early 2000s, the estate had expanded to around 11 hectares across Gevrey-Chambertin, Chambolle-Musigny, and Vougeot. Following Denis’s passing in 2006, his son Arnaud took over, continuing the family tradition with a focus on authenticity, terroir expression, and sustainable practices, cementing the domaine’s reputation as one of Burgundy’s most admired producers.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Domaine Denis Mortet traces its roots to 1956 when Charles Mortet established a small estate in Gevrey-Chambertin. Denis joined his father in 1978, gradually shifting the domaine toward bottling its own wines rather than selling to merchants. In 1991, when Charles retired, Denis inherited 4.5 hectares and founded Domaine Denis Mortet, quickly gaining acclaim for meticulous vineyard work and refined winemaking, influenced by mentors like Henri Jayer and Lalou Bize-Leroy. By the early 2000s, the estate had expanded to around 11 hectares across Gevrey-Chambertin, Chambolle-Musigny, and Vougeot. Following Denis’s passing in 2006, his son Arnaud took over, continuing the family tradition with a focus on authenticity, terroir expression, and sustainable practices, cementing the domaine’s reputation as one of Burgundy’s most admired producers.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery The Rossignol family has deep winemaking roots in Burgundy, dating back to 1634 in the Côte de Beaune, where generations cultivated vineyards and produced wine for over two centuries. One notable modern branch is Domaine Nicolas Rossignol, founded in 1997 in Volnay by Nicolas Rossignol, a fifth-generation vintner who expanded the estate to about 16 hectares by 1998 and later consolidated it under the single label “Domaine Nicolas Rossignol” in 2011, covering 30 appellations across Volnay, Pommard, Beaune, Aloxe-Corton, and Savigny-lès-Beaune. Another branch, Domaine Rossignol-Trapet, was established in 1990 by brothers Nicolas and David Rossignol, combining the heritage of the Rossignol family of Volnay with the Trapet family of Gevrey-Chambertin, and is now renowned for its biodynamic practices across 13 hectares in the Côte de Nuits. Together, these domaines reflect the Rossignol family’s centuries-long tradition of Burgundy winemaking, blending heritage with modern innovation.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery 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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PRE-ORDER About Winery Domaine Méo-Camuzet is a renowned Burgundy estate based in Vosne-Romanée, with origins dating back to the early 17th century through the Méo family’s involvement in viticulture and cooperage. The domaine’s modern identity was shaped by Étienne Camuzet, a politician and winegrower who owned prime parcels such as Clos de Vougeot and entrusted vineyard work to sharecroppers, including the legendary Henri Jayer. In the mid-20th century, Jean Méo inherited the estate, and his son Jean-Nicolas Méo took over in 1985, transforming it into one of Burgundy’s most prestigious producers. Today, Domaine Méo-Camuzet is celebrated for its holdings in grand cru vineyards like Richebourg, Échezeaux, Corton, and Clos de Vougeot, producing Pinot Noirs that combine richness, structure, and elegance, making it a benchmark for Côte de Nuits wines.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Domaine Drouhin-Laroze, founded in 1850 in Gevrey-Chambertin, is a sixth-generation family estate that has grown into one of Burgundy’s hidden gems, with holdings in some of the region’s most prestigious Grand Cru vineyards. Jean-Baptiste Laroze began cultivating vines in Gevrey-Chambertin in 1850, and the domaine was later expanded by his son Félix. In 1919, Félix’s daughter Suzanne married Alexandre Drouhin, who owned vineyards in Chambolle-Musigny, and the estate became known as Drouhin-Laroze. Over the decades, successive generations have preserved and expanded the domaine, which now encompasses about 11.5 hectares of vineyards stretching from Vougeot to Brochon. Its portfolio includes renowned Grand Crus such as Chambertin-Clos de Bèze, Latricières-Chambertin, Chapelle-Chambertin, Bonnes-Mares, Clos de Vougeot, and Musigny, alongside highly regarded Premier Cru sites like Lavaut Saint-Jacques and Clos Prieur. Today, the estate is run by siblings Nicolas and Caroline Drouhin, representing the sixth generation, who bring fresh energy and precision to the domaine while maintaining its tradition of careful vineyard selection, gentle extraction, and aging in cold underground cellars. This combination of heritage and innovation has secured Drouhin-Laroze’s reputation as a producer of elegant, terroir-driven wines that balance youthful approachability with long-term complexity.

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PRE-ORDER Winemaker Notes Offers an "explosion of delicate flavors" with a notably smooth and delightful mouthfeel that leads into a long, fine finish. About Winery 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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PRE-ORDER About Winery Domaine Faiveley, founded in 1825 by Pierre Faiveley in Nuits-Saint-Georges, is one of Burgundy’s most historic family-owned estates, now led by the seventh generation, Erwan Faiveley. Over nearly two centuries, the domaine has expanded its holdings across prestigious appellations, acquiring iconic vineyards such as Corton Clos des Cortons Faiveley—a rare grand cru monopole—and parcels in Clos Vougeot and other renowned crus. Each generation has contributed to its growth, with François Faiveley extending the estate’s reach in the late 20th century, and Erwan modernizing winemaking practices while preserving tradition. Today, Domaine Faiveley is celebrated for producing terroir-driven wines that balance authenticity with contemporary refinement, making it a cornerstone of Burgundy’s legacy.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Domaine Faiveley, founded in 1825 by Pierre Faiveley in Nuits-Saint-Georges, is one of Burgundy’s most historic family-owned estates, now led by the seventh generation, Erwan Faiveley. Over nearly two centuries, the domaine has expanded its holdings across prestigious appellations, acquiring iconic vineyards such as Corton Clos des Cortons Faiveley—a rare grand cru monopole—and parcels in Clos Vougeot and other renowned crus. Each generation has contributed to its growth, with François Faiveley extending the estate’s reach in the late 20th century, and Erwan modernizing winemaking practices while preserving tradition. Today, Domaine Faiveley is celebrated for producing terroir-driven wines that balance authenticity with contemporary refinement, making it a cornerstone of Burgundy’s legacy.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery The Paquet family’s story began with just 6 hectares of vineyards in Davayé, producing acclaimed Saint-Véran wines that quickly gained international recognition. Over time, the domaine expanded to 30 hectares across 50 plots, and in 2014 the family added holdings in Solutré-Pouilly (Pouilly-Fuissé) and later 10 hectares in Mâcon, broadening their expression of the Mâconnais terroir. Now led by brothers Jean-Baptiste, Mathieu, and Camille, Famille Paquet emphasizes organic and biodynamic viticulture, with a youthful, forward-looking philosophy that blends tradition with innovation. Their wines showcase the diversity of Jurassic limestone and clay soils of the region, reflecting both heritage and a commitment to sustainable excellence.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery The Fichet family has been tied to viticulture for centuries, with records of Stéphus Fichet cultivating vines in 1408. The modern estate was founded in 1976 by Francis Fichet, who boldly withdrew from the village cooperative during a wine crisis to vinify independently. Starting with 11 hectares of vineyards—primarily Gamay and Pinot Noir, with some Chardonnay—Francis quickly earned recognition for the quality of his wines, especially reds. In 1988, his sons Pierre-Yves and Olivier joined, expanding the domaine to 30 hectares and shifting focus toward Chardonnay, the hallmark of the Mâconnais. Today, Domaine Fichet is known for its sustainable viticulture (HVE-certified), with select parcels farmed organically, producing expressive wines that highlight the limestone-rich terroir of Igé and the broader Mâconnais region.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery The Ravaut family began producing wine in Ladoix-Serrigny in 1920, establishing Domaine Gaston & Pierre Ravaut as a cornerstone of the appellation at the northern edge of the Côte de Beaune. Over six generations, the estate has remained entirely family-run, with successive heirs expanding and refining its holdings. Today, Gaston works alongside his children, including Jules, who represents the latest generation, managing 12.5 hectares of vineyards in Ladoix, Aloxe-Corton, and Corton. The domaine is best known for its red wines, which make up about 80% of production, crafted from Pinot Noir with a focus on finesse, balance, and traditional Burgundian methods such as destemming and oak barrel aging. With its deep roots and continuity of family stewardship, Domaine Ravaut Gaston & Pierre has become a respected name in Burgundy, producing wines that capture the elegance of the Corton hillside terroir.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Established in 1925 by Pierre Gelin, Domaine Pierre Gelin quickly became the leading producer in the small village of Fixin, at the northern edge of the Côte de Nuits. Pierre’s son Stéphen took over in 1969, expanding the estate with parcels in Gevrey-Chambertin, including the monopole Clos de Meixvelle and holdings in Clos Prieur and the Grand Cru Clos de Bèze. Today, Pierre-Emmanuel Gelin, representing the third generation, manages the domaine’s 13 hectares, farming organically and with strong environmental awareness—using natural fertilizers, rainwater recycling, and careful vineyard practices. The estate is particularly renowned for its monopole Clos Napoléon, one of Fixin’s finest Premier Crus, alongside a range of wines from both Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. With its deep family roots and commitment to sustainability, Domaine Pierre Gelin continues to produce wines that are pure, honest, and expressive of Burgundy’s terroir.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery The Glantenay family established their domaine in Volnay in 1893, laying the foundation for what would become Domaine Georges Glantenay. Over successive generations, the estate expanded its vineyard holdings, including parcels in Volnay, Pommard, Chambolle-Musigny, Monthélie, and Meursault, with some Chambolle vines inherited from the siblings’ grandmother. Georges Glantenay carried the domaine forward before passing it to his son Pierre, who managed the estate until 2013. That year, Pierre’s children, Guillaume and Sarah, representing the fifth generation, assumed leadership—Guillaume overseeing winemaking and Sarah managing operations. Today, the domaine spans about 10 hectares, farmed with lutte raisonnée practices that avoid pesticides and herbicides, emphasizing sustainability and respect for terroir. Their wines, crafted with careful hand-harvesting, sorting, and gentle maceration, are known for finesse, purity, and balance, reflecting both the family’s heritage and a modern commitment to environmentally conscious viticulture.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery The Noëllat family established Domaine Georges Noëllat in Vosne-Romanée in 1920, cultivating vineyards in some of Burgundy’s most prestigious appellations, including Vosne-Romanée, Échezeaux, Grands Échezeaux, and Clos de Vougeot. For decades, Georges Noëllat sold most of his production to négociants, keeping the domaine relatively low-profile compared to his cousin Charles Noëllat, whose holdings later became part of Domaine Leroy. In 2010, the estate entered a new era when Charles Van Canneyt, grandson of Alain Hudelot of Domaine Hudelot-Noëllat, took over management. Van Canneyt modernized the domaine, began bottling under its own label, and quickly gained recognition for producing refined, terroir-driven Pinot Noirs that balance elegance and power. Today, Domaine Georges Noëllat is considered one of the rising stars of Vosne-Romanée, combining deep family heritage with a fresh, contemporary vision.

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