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THE VINTAGES 2019 A standout vintage for both red and white Burgundy where warm and dry growing conditions produced wines with a rare combination of ripeness, concentration, and balancing acidity. High skin to juice ratios, high ripeness levels, coupled with higher than average tartaric acid gave outstanding quality to all regions. Best of all, while low yields will limit availability on top crus, some of the best values may be in the regional and village-level appellations. With the long-aging potential of the premier and grand crus, 2019 is a vintage for investment.

2018 2018 is known for its heat, early harvest, and large volumes of concentrated wines that offer immediate drinking pleasure. Both red and white Burgundy shows ripe and juicy qualities with plenty of fruit intensity and fleshy midpalates. What’s surprising is that most of the wines are unexpectedly crisp for such a warm vintage, perhaps the result of early picking for many growers. While the warm vintage was to the benefit of regional and village-level appellations, top producers still managed to capture their individual vineyards’ essence and identity with exacting precision.

2017 Generous volumes of very good quality in both colors provided some relief to growers following the challenges of 2016. A relatively early harvest resulted in lighter, fresher, fruitier red wines with approachable tannins and acidity. White Burgundy was especially successful in most regions. While Chablis suffered from frost in 2017, the resulting wines, like those of the Côte d’Or, are of excellent quality, with concentrated flavors and higher-than-usual acidities.

MAP OF BURGUNDY DIJON Marsannay Fixin Gevrey-Chambertin Morey-St-Denis Chambolle-Musigny Vougeot Vosne-Romanée Nuits-Saint-Georges

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BURGUNDY CRÉMANT DE BOURGOGNE Henri Champliau................................................................................................. 5

CHABLIS Domaine Louis Moreau........................................................................................ 7

CÔTE DE BEAUNE Domaine Tollot-Beaut.......................................................................................... 9 Domaine Xavier Monnot ................................................................................... 10 Domaine Alain Chavy......................................................................................... 12 Domaine Blain-Gagnard..................................................................................... 13 Domaine Gagnard-Delagrange............................................................................ 15

CÔTE DE NUITS Domaine Pierre Gelin ........................................................................................ 17 Domaine Michel Magnien................................................................................... 18 Domaine Jean Grivot......................................................................................... 20

CÔTE CHALONNAISE Maison Chanzy................................................................................................. 23

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Henri Champliau

CRÉMANT DE BOURGOGNE Henri Champliau

HENRI CHAMPLIAU Crémant de Bourgogne Henri Champliau is a family-owned sparkling wine producer in Mercurey, located in the heart of the Côte Chalonnaise region of Burgundy. Alexandre Graffard founded Henri Chambliau in 2016 and named the winery after his grandfather, who held a deep admiration for the terroir and craftsmanship of Burgundy.

Crémant de Bourgogne Brut Authentique Produced with Pinot Noir and a small percentage of Chardonnay, vinified separately in small lots before assemblage and 15 months of aging sur latte. “I call the wine ‘Authentique’ because of the Pinot Noir,” says Alexandre, “Pinot Noir is the identity of Henri Champliau.”

Crémant de Bourgogne Brut Rosé Produced with Pinot Noir and small percentages of Chardonnay and Gamay, vinified separately in small lots before assemblage and 15 months of aging sur latte. Only three percent of still red wine is blended in to achieve a pale pink color. “Most Crémant de Bourgogne Rosé is darker than mine,” says Alexandre, “I want mine to have the proper color of rosé.”

Petrone Blanc de Blancs Brut An homage to Henri Champliau’s passion for horse racing, Petrone was a horse bred by Henri Champliau and sold to Eddie Constantine. It was one of the best horses of its generation in 1968, winning at Paris-Longchamp in France. A blend of Chardonnay, Colombard, and Ugni Blanc, vinified by the Charmat method for three months with gentle bâtonnage.

Wild Miss Méthode Ancestrale Rosé Demi-Sec 100% Gamay from Beaujolais. The ancestral method captures the carbon dioxide of the primary fermentation in the tank. When the fermentation reaches 7.5% alcohol, Alexandre drops the temperature to -2.0 degrees Celsius, halting the fermentation and capturing carbonation and any unfermented sugar. It is then bottled with an addition of sulfur dioxide.

Henri Champliau

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CHABLIS GRAND-AUXERROIS

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Domaine Louis Moreau

DOMAINE LOUIS MOREAU Chablis Domaine Louis Moreau is a 50-hectare estate based in the heart of the Chablis appellation. Louis and his wife Anne founded the domain in 1994 and own parcels in four of Chablis’ seven grand cru climats. All of Louis’ decisions in the vineyard and cellar are meant to bring out each terroir’s personality. Farming is in conversion to organic certification.

Petit Chablis Petit Chablis comes from the sandy-Portlandian limestone soils of the plateau above the valley. Louis uses cultured yeast for fermentation and vinification is in stainless steel tanks to preserve freshness and fruit. Petit Chablis goes through 100% malolactic fermentation and aged four months on the fine lees before bottling.

Chablis Chablis is grown in Kimmeridgian clay mixed with sand and is from parcels mainly in Beines and near the town of Chablis. Fermentation is spontaneous, and vinification is in stainless steel tanks to preserve freshness and fruit. Chablis goes through 100% malolactic fermentation and ages ten months on the fine lees before bottling.

Chablis Vau Ligneau 1er Cru Vau Ligneau sits in a side valley on the left bank of the Serein and has a higher proportion of clay than other premier crus giving it a rounder profile. The name “Vau Ligneau” translates as “valley of the little brook.” Grapes are hand-harvested and vinified by spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel tanks. The wine goes through 100% malolactic fermentation and aged 18 months on the fine lees before bottling.

Chablis Les Vaillons 1er Cru One of the largest Chablis premier crus sits in a side valley on the left bank of the Serein with classic Kimmeridgian clay soil. Les Vaillons has a southeastern exposure with full morning sun and cools in the evening, helping to preserve freshness. Moreau’s holdings are in the climats Roncières, Sécher, and Chatains. Grapes are hand-harvested and vinified by spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel tanks. The wine goes through 100% malolactic fermentation and aged 18 months on the fine lees before bottling.

Chablis Les Clos The largest grand cru, and for many, it is the quintessential wine of Chablis. Les Clos faces south with well-draining and rocky Kimmeridgian soil. Les Clos generally produces one of the most potent and longest-lived wines of Chablis and yet can be a pleasure to drink in its youth. Grapes are hand-harvested and vinified by spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Malolactic fermentation is controlled depending on the vintage and ages 18 months on the fine lees before bottling.

Domaine Louis Moreau

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CÔTE DE BEAUNE Aloxe-Corton Savigny-lès-Beaune

Chorey-lès Beaune

BEAUNE

St. Aubin Santenay Maranges

Pommard Volnay Meursault Puligny-Montrachet Chassagne-Montrachet

Domaine Tollot-Beaut Domaine Xavier Monnot Domaine Alain Chavy Domaine Blain-Gagnard Domaine Gagnard-Delagrange

DOMAINE TOLLOT-BEAUT Chorey-lès-Beaune, Côte de Beaune The Tollot family represents a long lineage of winegrowers dating back to the late 1880s when François Tollot began planting vineyards in Chorey-lès-Beaune. Today, cousins Nathalie, Jean-Paul, and Olivier Tollot are in charge. The wines of Tollot-Beaut are well-known for their serious but pleasing style across a range of appellations from Bourgogne to Grand Cru.

Corton-Charlemagne This great Grand Cru is famous for its volume, weight, and texture, thanks to its unique combination of soil and exposure. TollotBeaut’s holding is in the lieu-dit of Les Renardes, an east-facing climat with very chalky marl. Just five barrels are produced each year from vines planted in 1956. The wine aged for 18 months in 60% new Burgundian pièce.

Bourgogne Rouge The vines that produce the grapes for this Bourgogne Rouge were planted in 1963, 1970, 1975, and 1984. The wine is fermented in open vats with floating caps that are punched down daily. The wine is aged in French oak barrels, 25% of which are new oak.

Chorey-lès-Beaune Much of the wine grown in Chorey-lès-Beaune is bottled as Côte de Beaune-Villages, a catchall appellation that allows several villages to blend their red wines. Tollot-Beaut is proud of their village and produces this classic example from vines planted between 1992 and 1998. The wine spent 18 months in 25% new Burgundian pièce.

Aloxe-Corton The village of Aloxe-Corton (pronounced Ahh-losse) sits at the foot of the Corton hill and is known for giving good-value red Burgundy that performs above its village-level status. Tollot-Beaut’s AloxeCorton is from vines planted between 1973 and 1993. The wine shows red cherries, red plum, violets, and earth with bright acidity and moderate tannins. It aged for 18 months in 30% new Burgundian pièce.

Aloxe-Corton Les Vercots 1er Cru Les Vercots is today produced from a ten-year-old sélection massale on deep soil with a high limestone content. The climat sits mid-slope on Corton hill and faces due south. The wine is robust with aromas and flavors of red cherries, spice, and earth with substantial weight and ripe tannins. It is aged for 18 months in 50% new Burgundian pièce.

pièce brings subtle notes of vanilla and spice. Les Lavières can mature early and offers excellent near-term drinking.

Beaune Les Grèves 1er Cru Les Grèves is in the Beaune amphitheater’s central section, where the wines tend to have more body, power, and potential for long aging. In Old French, “Grèves” referred to the sand and gravel found in this climat and is among the very best premier crus in Beaune. Aging in 30% new Burgundian pièce brings notes of vanilla and spice. The vines were planted between 1969 and 1987.

Beaune Clos du Roi 1er Cru Clos du Roi, the name refers to King Louis XI, who appropriated this vineyard upon the last Duke of Burgundy’s death, is a premier cru lying in the Beaune’s northern amphitheater where the wines tend to be fresher and more refined than wines from the southern section. Aged in 50% new Burgundian pièce. The vines were planted in 1978, 1982, and 1987.

Corton Corton is a visually impressive Grand Cru, a freestanding hill that overlooks the rest of the Côte de Beaune to the south. TollotBeaut’s “Corton” comes from Les Combes, a small climat that faces directly south. The vines were planted between 1930 and 2008. Aromas and flavors of black cherry liqueur, minerals, and herbs are complemented by vanilla and spice from aging in 50% new Burgundian pièce.

Corton-Bressandes Bressandes is highly expressive, firm, and robust, thanks to its soil’s high limestone content. It is often cited as one of the very best climats on Corton hill and shows the aroma and flavors of red and blackberry liqueur, earthiness, flowers, and herbs with robust tannins. Corton-Bressandes will reward long aging in a cool cellar. Aged in 50% new Burgundian pièce.

Savigny-lès-Beaune Les Lavières 1er Cru Named after a flat piece of stone called “lave.” Les Lavières is one of Savigny’s best premier crus despite its northeastern exposure. Savigny sits in a small east-west valley perpendicular to the côte. Vineyards on the Pernand side (where Les Lavières is located) tend towards delicacy and perfume. Aging in 30% new Burgundian

Domaine Tollot-Beaut

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DOMAINE XAVIER MONNOT Meursault, Côte de Beaune Xavier Monnot is a leading producer in Meursault whose winemaking style emphasizes the purity of fruit, elegance, and complexity. Before releasing the 2005 vintage, the property was known as Domaine René Monnier (Xavier’s grandfather). In 2005, along with improvements in the vineyard and cellar, Xavier began bottling his wines under his label.

Bourgogne Blanc Les Grandes Coutures Les Grandes Coutures comes from three plots bordering Meursault with vine ages from 15 to 51 years. Soils are predominantly argile (clay), bringing weight and texture to this Bourgogne Blanc. Aged from 12 to 14 months in 15 – 20% new French oak.

Meursault Le Limozin Le Limozin is a lieu-dit situated just below the Meursault premier cru Les Genevrières and is named after a stream that used to flow near the vineyards. It is one of several lieux-dits in Meursault that perform above their official “village” level status. Le Limozin typically gives a broad and expansive wine thanks to a mix of clay and limestone soil, and Monnot’s old vines deliver a concentrated version. Aged 12 to 14 months in 15 – 20% new French oak.

Meursault Les Chevalières Chevalières is a lieu-dit that lies behind the town of Meursault in the valley leading towards Auxey-Duresses. The soil of Les Chevalières is very stony, and the wine typically displays a strong mineral character, firm acidity, and piercing tension. “There is always a big spine of acidity in Chevalières,” says Monnot. Aged from 12 to 14 months in 15 – 20% new French oak.

Meursault Les Charmes 1er Cru Les Charmes is one of six primary premier crus lying at the Meursault appellation’s south end. The name likely comes from the word chaume, meaning “field.” Shallow limestone soils give a wine that is broad and rich as well as intensely mineral. The parcels belonging to Xavier Monnot were planted in 1961 and 1989 and provide plenty of concentration. Aged from 12 to 14 months in 30 – 35% new French oak.

Monthelie Les Duresses The wines from this lieu-dit should possess a backbone of acidity and elevated fragrance thanks to its ascending location above the village. This wine’s salty and mineral character might come across as austere to some tasters if it weren’t for 12-months aging in 20% new small French oak barrels that lend roundness and notes of toast and vanilla.

Bourgogne Rouge Domaine Xavier Monnot

Xavier Monnot buys grapes from contracted growers in the Côte de Beaune to produce his Bourgogne Rouge. The grapes are 100% destemmed, and the wine aged in 15% new oak.

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DOMAINE XAVIER MONNOT (continued) Maranges Clos de la Fussière 1er Cru Clos de la Fussière is a 1-hectare block within and towards the bottom of La Fussière premier cru in Dezize-les-Maranges. It is a monopole belonging to Xavier Monnot’s family for 5 generations. It is a steep, south-facing site that gives a rich, fleshy, and dense wine.

Pommard Les Vignots Les Vignots is a lieu-dit that sits on the upper slope of the combe behind the village of Pommard. This south-facing climat gives wines with typical Pommard power, while its elevation of over 300 meters lends high-toned aromas and finesse. The average vine age is 50 years old—10% whole clusters aged in 30% new oak.

Volnay Clos des Chênes 1er Cru The largest premier cru in Volnay sits between the premier cru of Taille Pieds and the border of Monthelie. The soil at Clos des Chênes contains a high percentage of limestone and gives a wine of perfume and finesse with an extra generosity of fruit. Half of Xavier Monnot’s 1-hectare parcel planted in 1936, with the other half planted in 1978, aged from 12 to 14 months in 30 – 35% new French oak.

Beaune Les Toussaints 1er Cru Toussaints, “all saints,” lies in the Beaune amphitheater’s northern section, where the wines tend to be fresher and more refined than wines from the southern area. Les Toussaints tends to show a darker fruit character and fuller body than wines from neighboring vineyards. Xavier Monnot’s 1-hectare parcel was planted between 1980 and 2014, aged from 12 to 14 months in 30 – 35% new French oak.

Beaune Les Cents Vignes 1er Cru Les Cents Vignes, “the Hundred Vines,” is a premier cru lying in the northern section of the Beaune amphitheater, where the wines tend to be fresher and more delicate than wines from the southern area. Typically, the well-drained soils of Les Cents Vignes give delicate red berry aromas and a silky texture. Xavier Monnot’s 1.7-hectare parcel was planted between 1960 and 1986. Aged from 12 to 14 months in 30 – 35% new French oak.

Domaine Xavier Monnot

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DOMAINE ALAIN CHAVY Puligny-Montrachet, Côte de Beaune Alain Chavy produces restrained, structured, and long-lived white Burgundies from 17 acres of vineyards in Puligny-Montrachet, with small holdings in the neighboring villages of Chassagne and Meursault. Alain established Domaine Alain Chavy in 2003 with vineyards inherited from his father and includes some of Puligny’s top premier crus.

Bourgogne Blanc This Bourgogne, from Puligny only, features aromas of citrus and showcases a tauter mid-palate compared to wines from neighboring villages. Vinified in minimal new oak barrels to strike a balance between the fruit and oak character.

St. Aubin 1er Cru “En Remilly” Located in a separate valley behind Montrachet, En Remilly displays some of the same tension, structure and minerality found in the neighboring villages of Puligny and Chassagne at a fraction of the price. The premier cru features chalkier Argovian era limestone soils and higher altitude vineyards ranging from 900 – 1150 feet. Aging in a small percentage of new French oak barrels lends accents of toast and vanilla.

Puligny-Montrachet This village level wine is a blend of six lieux-dits totaling 6.9 acres from vines planted between 1965 and 1974. Parcels near Meursault have heavier soils, bringing body and power, while the gravel-limestone soils closer to Chassagne contribute elegance and minerality. Aged in 25% new oak.

Puligny-Montrachet “Les Charmes” Puligny-Montrachet Les Charmes is a climat well-situated next to Meursault’s Premier Cru Les Charmes facing South-East. The name charmes likely derives from champs, and means simply field or meadow. Here, heavier clay soils mix with limestone to deliver a wine that combines the richness and spiciness of Meursault with the elegance and minerality of Puligny from 4.4 acres. Aged in 25% new oak.

and Alain Chavy. This is the oldest of Alain’s parcels, planted in 1953. Les Clavoillon’s soil contains more clay and gives a wine that is rounded and full-bodied. Aged in 30% new oak.

Puligny-Montrachet “Folatières” Premier Cru Les Folatières is the largest Puligny premier cru and one of the best known thanks to its size and the quality of its wines. Folatières sits high up on the hill with meager soil. The result is a full-bodied wine with plenty of minerality and grip. This is Alain’s favorite Puligny-Montrachet premier cru. Aged in 30% new oak.

Puligny-Montrachet “Pucelles” Premier Cru Les Pucelles, whose name means “the maidens,” is one of the very best Puligny premier crus. Pucelles sits between Clavoillons the Grand Crus of Bâtard-Montrachet and Bienvenues- BâtardMontrachet. The soil is like that of Clavoillons and is rich in clay. During replanting in 1992, however, it was found that big limestone blocks lay below the surface. The wine is close in style to the rich and rounded flavors of Les Clavoillons but with more elegance and complexity. Aged in 30% new oak.

Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru Alain Chavy’s rented parcel of Chevalier-Montrachet lies next to the Les Demoiselles climat and near the premier cru of Le Cailleret. As one of four grand cru vineyards, Chevalier-Montrachet is one of the great white wines of Burgundy. It is the highest grand cru vineyard in Puligny, and it is stonier and chalkier than Montrachet which sits right below. At its best, Chevalier-Montrachet is one of the most intense, structured and long-lived white wines in Burgundy with incredible length and complexity.

Puligny-Montrachet “Champ Gains” Premier Cru Lying above Les Folatières, this vineyard has quite a high elevation with large cooling influences that maintain freshness and acidity, and tend to be on the lighter side. Aging in a small percentage of new French oak barrels lends accents of toast and vanilla. Structured white wines with high acid and grip. Aged in 30% new oak.

Puligny-Montrachet “Clavoillons” Premier Cru Les Clavoillons is a famed Puligny premier cru situated below Les Folatières and between Les Pucelles and Les Perrières. Only three domaines make wine from this premier cru—Domaine Leflaive (which owns the largest parcel), Jean-Louis Chavy (Alain’s brother)

Domaine Alain Chavy

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DOMAINE BLAIN-GAGNARD Chassagne-Montrachet, Côte de Beaune Domaine Blain-Gagnard was formed in 1980 when Jean-Marc Blain married Claudine Gagnard, youngest daughter of Jacques and Marie-Josèphe Gagnard of Domaine Gagnard-Delagrange. The couple runs this venerable domaine with the help of their son Marc-Antonin. They now control 20.5 acres of vines in Chassagne-Montrachet, including holdings in three grands crus: Le Montrachet, Bâtard-Montrachet, and Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet.

Chassagne-Montrachet Blanc Sitting South of Puligny-Montrachet, Chassagne-Montrachet is one of the largest communes in the Cote d’Or. The soils are diverse and include a rocky subsoil of Bathonian limestone, similar to what is found in the Côte de Nuits. Heavier terres rouges are found further downslope with lighter terres blanches in the upper slopes. BlainGagnard’s wine hails from of 6 parcels of vines planted between 1932 and 2004, grown on clay, terres blanches, and marl soils. Aged 10 – 20% new oak.

Chassagne-Montrachet Morgeot Blanc Premier Cru From a blend of two lieux-dits. Morgeot is a white wine of volume, richness, and texture with aromas and flavors of ripe yellow apple, peach, and lemon. Aging in 30% new Burgundian pièce brings notes of vanilla and toast.

Chassagne-Montrachet La Boudriotte Premier Cru The lieux-dit of Boudriotte lies to the north within the larger vineyard of Morgeot Premier Cru, and itself is made up of six individual lieux-dits, all of which may also be bottled as Morgeot 1er Cru. While Morgeot whites typically express a richer, broader profile owing to the heavier clay and gravel composition of the soil, Boudriotte generally shows more finesse. Aged in 30% new oak.

Chassagne-Montrachet Clos Saint-Jean Premier Cru Located above the village of Chassagne and just beneath a large limestone quarry making for a charming vineyard with a good view of the village below. This was once an important source for red wine but today Pinot Noir accounts for only a small portion of the vineyard. Pebbly and chalk soils with a lot of small stones. Aged in 15% – 20% new oak.

Chassagne-Montrachet Caillerets Premier Cru Considered to be one of the finest premier crus in Chassagne, combining wonderful mouthfeel with a chiseled stony minerality. Located at the southern end of the village and sits at an elevation between 820 – 918 feet. The name “Caillerets” refers to the chalky soil found here which contributes to the energy, elegance, and finesse typical of wines from this site, and is from vines planted between 1954 and 1987. Aged in 30% new oak.

Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru Located wholly within Chassagne, Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet is comprised 4.32 acres, lying directly south of Bâtard-Montrachet. The citrus profiles often leans towards a less exotic profile compared to Bâtard-Montrachet, often with slightly more taught and mineral elegance. Aged in approximately 30% new oak.

Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru Bâtard-Montrachet is shared almost evenly between the two villages of Puligny and Chassagne, covering a total of 29.67 acres. The wines here are generally richer, more exotic, fleshy, and floral than wines from from Puligny’s Chevalier-Montrachet. From three vineyard plots totaling 1.1 acres, and is from vines planted between 1939 and 1986. Aged in 30 – 50% new oak.

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DOMAINE BLAIN-GAGNARD (continued) Le Montrachet Grand Cru Le Montrachet is Chardonnay at its most perfect with all of its components in perfect balance. Montrachet has power, concentration, and firm structure and is destined for long aging. Montrachet also has more weight and richness than the other Grand Crus and yet is considered to be the most finessed. It is shared almost evenly between the two villages of Puligny and Chassagne and may be labeled “Le Montrachet” in Chassagne and simply “Montrachet” in Puligny. A blend of vines ages, including those planted in 1934. Only one or two barrels of this wine are produced each vintage.

Chassagne-Montrachet Rouge Historically Chassagne-Montrachet was known for its red wine production, while in modern times Chardonnay plantings have increased. Domaine Blain-Gagnard is well-known as an excellent source for Chassagne-Montrachet rouge. Old vines (with some plantings dating back to 1932) give depth and concentration while aging in old barrels allows the appellation to speak clearly. This is classic Chassagne-Montrachet rouge with earthy “sauvage” flavors and a dark fruit profile. Aged in 10% new oak for 18 months.

Pommard Pommard is a wine of fullness and sturdiness, especially when compared to the finessed and perfumed wines found in the neighboring village of Volnay. This Pommard hails from two lieuxdits that lie on the Volnay side of the village: La Croix Planet and Les Combes Dessous. The average vine age is 35 to 45 years old. It

displays the density typical of old vines but with pretty aromatics of flowers and herbs thanks to the vineyards’ proximity to Volnay. The wine is aged for 18 months in up to 10% new oak.

Chassagne-Montrachet Morgeot Rouge Premier Cru Considered to be one of the best red wine vineyards in ChassagneMontrachet, Morgeot Premier Cru Rouge is a wine with weight, richness, and structure thanks to old vines planted between 1949 and 1991. It has a deep and complex nose with notes of pepper, earth, cassis, and red and dark berries, with fine tannins and great purity of fruit. Aged in 10% new oak.

Chassagne-Montrachet Rouge Premier Cru Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru is a blend of two top red wine climats: Morgeot and Clos-Saint-Jean where heavier soils and excellent exposure offer excellent terroir for Pinot Noir. Aromas of dark cherry and plum are balanced by minerality and earthiness. Aged in 10% new oak.

Volnay Les Pitures Premier Cru Volnay Les Pitures 1er Cru is sits at the top of the hill between Clos des Ducs and Champans, two well-known premier crus. The marly limestone at the top of this hill is different from the rock at the bottom which is hard limestone. The soil gives a more robust Volnay, more Pommard in character. Les Pitures is robust and opulent with violet, plum, earth and a subtle spiciness. Aged in 10% new oak barrels.

Domaine Blain-Gagnard

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DOMAINE GAGNARD-DELAGRANGE Chassagne-Montrachet, Côte de Beaune Domaine Gagnard-Delagrange began in 1959 with the marriage of Jacques Gagnard to Marie-Josèphe Delagrange. After Jacques died in 2009, Marie-Josèphe ran the domaine’s 7.4 acres with grandson, Marc-Antonin Blain. MarcAntonin worked in the cellar alongside Jacques for three years and learned the traditional style for which GagnardDelagrange is known.

Chassagne-Montrachet Blanc Sitting South of Puligny-Montrachet, Chassagne-Montrachet is one of the largest communes in the Cote d’Or. The soils are diverse and include a rocky subsoil of Bathonian limestone, similar to what is found in the Cotes de Nuits. Heavier terres rouges are found further downslope with lighter terres blanches in the upper slopes. Generally aged with less than 15% new oak.

Morgeot Blanc Premier Cru Morgeot was first planted to vines by the Cistercian monks in the Middle Ages. Gagnard-Delagrange’s grapes come from a small hill with shallow soils, just past the Morgeot Abbey. This parcel was a wedding present from Marie-Josèphe Delagrange’s parents when she married Jacques Gagnard. Only six barrels are produced. A blend of two lieux-dits, and aged in 20% new oak.

La Boudriotte Premier Cru The lieux-dit of Boudriotte lies to the north within the larger vineyard of Morgeot Premier Cru, and itself is made up of six individual lieux-dits, all of which may also be bottled as Morgeot 1er Cru. While Morgeot whites typically express a richer, broader profile owing to the heavier clay and gravel composition of the soil, Bondriotte generally shows more finesse. Gagnard-Delagrange makes nine barrels of La Boudriotte, blending from old vines in three different sections of this gently sloping, east-facing vineyard. Aged in 25% new oak.

Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru Bâtard-Montrachet is shared almost evenly between the two villages of Puligny and Chassagne, covering a total of 29.57 acres. The wines here are generally more powerful, richer, more exotic, fleshy, and floral than wines from Chevalier-Montrachet. Aged in 35% new oak.

Chassagne-Montrachet Rouge Premier Cru Historically Chassagne-Montrachet was known for its red wine production, while in modern times Chardonnay plantings have increased. The wine takes its structure from grapes grown in Morgeot and its elegance from those grown in Clos Saint-Jean. Some vintages the wine is destemmed, and sometimes up to 15% is included. Aged in 20% new oak barrels for 15 months before bottling. Domaine Gagnard-Delagrange

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CÔTE DE NUITS Marsannay Gevrey-Chambertin Chambolle-Musigny Vosne-Romanée

HAUTES CÔTES DE NUITS

Fixin Morey-St-Denis Vougeot

Nuits-Saint-Georges

Domaine Pierre Gelin Domaine Michel Magnien Domaine Jean Grivot

DOMAINE PIERRE GELIN Fixin, Côte de Nuits Domaine Pierre Gelin is the leading wine producer in the small village of Fixin (pronounced “Fees-an”). The family domaine was founded in 1925 by Pierre Gelin and is today run by Pierre’s grandson, Pierre-Emmanuel. PierreEmmanuel farms organically and works to minimize the impact on the environment in both vineyard and cellar.

Bourgogne Pinot Noir The Bourgogne Rouge is from their vineyard holdings in Fixin and Gevrey-Chambertin, and is matured for 18 months, partially in oak barrels and partially in stainless-steel tanks. Bourgogne rouge that hails from these communes tends to reflect darker fruit notes and have a bit more structure than those found further south in the Côte de Beaune and the Côte Chalonnaise.

Fixin Wines from Fixin are typified by their robust, tannic, and sometimes “sauvage” or sous bois character. Soils towards the bottom of the hill tend to be a deeper and heavier mixture of limestone mixed with clay where wines tend to be beefy and a bit rougher. This Fixin rouge comes from vines planted between 1968 and 1984. This wines showcases beautiful floral aromatics of rose and violets as well as the classic Fixin notes of sous bois but with more finesse and less rusticity. Aged for 20 to 24 months in mostly old oak.

Gevrey-Chambertin Clos de Meixvelle Clos de Meixvelle is a village level monopole of Domaine Pierre Gelin. The vineyard was purchased by Pierre Gelin in 1952 who began farming it in the mid-1940s. The vines were planted by Pierre and are over 70 years old. The vineyard sits near the heart of the village on a shallow slope of alluvial soil over a base of limestone. The wine was matured for 20 – 24 months in 20% new oak. It shows classic Gevrey-Chambertin typicity with black fruit, structure, and assertiveness. Aromas and flavors of black berries, black cherries, herbs, and flowers are supported by medium weight and sturdy tannins.

Fixin Les Hervelets Premier Cru Les Hervelets is one of two premier crus in Fixin that are not monopoles, the other being Les Arvelets. The two vineyards lie side by side at the top of the slope with a bit higher content of marl in the soil. Les Arvelets may be sold as Les Hervelets, but not vice versa. The name Les Hervelets in local dialect means “the place where maple trees grow.” Aged for 20 – 24 months in 20 – 25% new Burgundian pièce. Les Hervelets often shows a bit more nuance and finesse, laying on a more moderate and less stony slope.

at the time it was purchased by Pierre Gelin in 1950. The vines are now over 60 years old. The vineyard was originally owned by Claude Noisot, the surgeon to Emperor Napoléon, and was known as Aux Cheusots. Claude rechristened the vineyard Clos Napoléon in honor of the emperor. The old vines of Clos Napoléon yield pure, well-balanced wine with high-toned notes of cherry, earth, and wood spice, combined with depth and length on the palate. This is one of the richer, more structured wines of the Fixin appellation. Aged in 15 – 20% new oak for 20 – 24 months. Clos Napoléon is known for its richness and power.

Gevrey-Chambertin Clos Prieur Premier Cru Clos Prieur is divided by a road connecting the village of GevreyChambertin with the D974. Sitting below the road is Clos PrieurBas (village), while above the road is Clos Prieur-Haut (premier cru), and is named after the monks of Cluny Abbey (Prieuré de Cluny). The premier cru section sits just below the Grand Cru of Mazis-Chambertin. The wine was aged in 25% new oak for 20 – 24 months. Domaine Pierre Gelin’s Clos Prieur 1er cru was planted in 1964 and shows classic Gevrey-Chambertin typicity with black fruit, structure, and assertiveness. Aromas and flavors of blackberries, black cherries, herbs, and flowers are supported by medium weight and sturdy tannins and just a slight hint of oak.

Chambertin Clos de Bèze Grand Cru Chambertin-Clos de Bèze is said to have been named in 630 CE after it became the property of the Abbey of Bèze. It is, in effect, an extension of Chambertin. Clos de Bèze may be sold as Chambertin but wine from Chambertin proper may not be sold as Clos de Bèze. The differences between the two vineyards is subtle. Clos de Bèze is exposed a bit more to the east and receives slightly more sun and ripens slightly earlier, and many have described Clos de Bèze as being more aromatic when young, with a finer profile that is less brooding and austere. Both Grand Crus drain well and sit on a bed of limestone. Ripe, fleshy, full-flavored, and intense, the wine tends to have deep color, sturdy but beautifully integrated tannins, and can age for many years in a cool cellar. Aged in 80% new Burgundian pièce.

Fixin Clos Napoléon Premiere Cru Clos Napoléon is a 4.5 acre monopole of Domaine Pierre Gelin and is the flagship wine of the estate. This premier cru was uncultivated

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DOMAINE MICHEL MAGNIEN Morey-Saint-Denis, Côte de Nuits Domaine Michel Magnien has evolved into a Burgundy producer of a singular style and philosophy from cellars located in Morey-Saint-Denis’s village. In 1993, Frédéric Magnien persuaded his father Michel to begin domaine bottling. The domaine is now certified biodynamic by Demeter, and the wines are produced without the use of new oak.

Coteaux Bourguignons Coteaux Bourguignons replaced the old appellation of Bourgogne Grand Ordinaire in 2011 and allows for the blending of all Burgundian varieties and regions. Domaine Michel Magnien’s Coteaux Bourguignons comes from various terroirs in the Côte de Nuits and is made exclusively from Pinot Noir.

Bourgogne Rouge Bourgogne Rouge comes from regional and village-level vineyards spread across the Côte de Nuits and are from vines planted by Frédéric’s grandfather with an average vine age of 50. Around 20% of whole clusters are included in the cuvée. The wine was vinified in half concrete, and half used Burgundian pièce.

Côte de Nuits-Villages Côte de Nuits-Villages is from two climats in Brochon: Créole, Les Carrés. Brochon is a neighboring commune of Fixin and GevreyChambertin and often carries similar characteristics to those two villages. The wine was fermented with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel tanks followed by several months of aging in 100% used pièce. Around 20% of whole clusters were included in the cuvée.

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Chambolle-Musigny Sentiers 1er Cru This lieu-dit lies directly below the grand cru of Bonnes-Mares on the Morey-Saint-Denis side of the village. The name “Sentiers” refers to a path near the vineyard that leads to Clos de Vougeot and is from a plot purchased by Frédéric’s grandfather Bernard in 1967. The wine is a pure expression of its terroir thanks to its élevage in a combination of used oak and clay jars.

Gevrey-Chambertin Les Seuvrées Les Seuvrées sits below the D974 directly below the grand cru of Charmes-Chambertin. Seuvrées comes from the Latin “separatas” named because Gevrey and Morey’s borders separate the plot. It is from clay-limestone soils with round stones of varying sizes. Fiftyyear-old vines bring unexpected richness and depth to this wine. Aged in a combination of used oak and clay jars.

Gevrey-Chambertin Cazetiers 1er Cru Cazetiers borders Clos-Saint-Jacques on the combe (a small valley) that lies behind the village. Vineyards on the combe benefit from cool air drawn down from the forest above it, and some of the premier crus here can be exceptional. Cazetiers is a steep, eastfacing site with rocky marl soil and tends to produce sturdy and robust wines. Élevage is a combination of used oak and clay jars.

Fixin is a quiet village and sits at the northern end of the Côte de Nuits, just a short half-hour drive from Dijon’s center. Michel Magnien’s Fixin comes from two vineyards on the east-facing midslope, one on the border of Couchey, the other on the border of Brochon. The wine was aged entirely in used Burgundian pièce.

Chambolle-Musigny Fremières Fremières lies below the premier crus on the Morey-Saint-Denis side of the village. The wines from this area tend to have more structure and muscle than Chambolle but still show the perfume and spice typical to this commune. The wine is a pure expression of its terroir thanks to its élevage in a combination of used oak and clay jars.

Chambolle-Musigny Les Argillières This lieu-dit lies directly above and to the north of grand cru Le Musigny. The soil of Les Argillières consists of limestone mixed with clay marl and contributes to the wine’s perfume and finesse. Aged in a combination of used oak and clay jars.

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DOMAINE MICHEL MAGNIEN (continued) Charmes-Chambertin Charmes-Chambertin sits below Chambertin and includes Mazoyères-Chambertin within its borders, which reaches down to the D974. Magnien’s parcel is in Mazoyères, which can be bottled as Charmes. The name charmes likely derives from champs and means field or meadow. Its gentle slope of decayed limestone has an abundance of gravel and stones, allowing the vines to grow deep. Magnien’s parcel was planted in 1953 and 1955. Aged in a combination of used oak and clay jars.

Vosne-Romanée Vieilles Vignes This wine comes from two village-level climats lying just above the D974 and planted in 1902 and 1920. The soils are calcareous marl and clay. The wine is a pure expression of its terroir thanks to its élevage in a combination of used oak and clay jars.

Morey-Saint-Denis Morey-Saint-Denis is a cuvée of four vineyards that lie near the D974, Clos Solon, Chenevery, Les Crais, and Les Cognées. Most of these sites have heavier soils without stones, which Frédéric believes results in less structure but a more generously textured palate. The wine was aged entirely in used, Burgundian pièce.

Morey-Saint-Denis Très Girard Très Girard is a lieu-dit lying above the D974 surrounding the small cemetery of Morey-Saint-Denis. The name comes from a Mr. Girard de Fropiac, the owner of this climat two centuries ago. Frédéric Magnien bottles this wine separately from the Morey-Saint-Denis bottling due to its additional depth of flavor and firm tannic structure. Élevage is a combination of used oak and clay jars.

Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru “Climats d’Or” “Climats d’Or” is a blend of five premier crus in the village of Morey-Saint-Denis: Cheseaux, Charrières, Clos Baulet, Chaffots, Monts Luisants. The wine was fermented with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel tanks followed by several months of aging in half terracotta amphora & half-used pièce. Around 20% of whole clusters were included in the cuvée.

Morey-Saint-Denis Chaffots 1er Cru This premier cru sits above Clos-Saint-Denis, where vines grow in steep and rocky soil. Les Chaffots comes from the word “échafaud” or “scaffold,” possibly a place where executions took place. The wine is a pure expression of its terroir thanks to its élevage in a combination of used oak and clay jars.

Clos-Saint-Denis Clos-Saint-Denis is the namesake grand cru of the village of Morey lying adjacent to Clos de la Roche. The vineyard is planted on claylimestone soil with a mixture of iron oxide and gives Morey’s five grand crus the most finesse and delicacy. Aged in a combination of used oak and clay jars.

Clos de la Roche Clos de la Roche gives Morey-Saint-Denis’ five grand crus the biggest and most structured wine thanks to its meager topsoil and limestone bedrock. The vines here contact the rock, resulting in a muscular wine with intense flavors of fruit and minerals. Élevage is a combination of used oak and clay jars.

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DOMAINE JEAN GRIVOT Vosne-Romanée, Côte de Nuits Domaine Jean Grivot is among the great names in Burgundian wine. Étienne Grivot and his wife Marielle took over from Étienne’s father Jean Grivot in 1987 and daughter Mathilde is now working alongside her parents to continue the next generation. The vineyards are densely planted and farmed organically “sans certification,” while the cellar work aims for balance and clear expression of terroir.

Vosne-Romanée Domaine Jean Grivot is one of the finest producers here, and this hails from 7 different vineyards including Aux Ormes. This wine is intended to be a classic expression of the village with red and black fruit perfumed with spice and violet nuances. Vosne-Romanée has become synonymous with velvet, grace, grip, and finesse. Aging in up to 25% new Burgundian pièce for 15 months.

Nuits-St-Georges “Les Charmois” Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Charmois is a lieu-dit sitting on the south side of the combe behind the town with a northeast exposition. Les Charmois ripens later and displays pretty fruit character with pronounced earthiness and is firmly structured. The wine shows aromas and flavors of red berries, herbs, and purple flowers. The palate is rich with ripe fruit and medium weight with bright acidity and fine tannins. Aged in 25% new oak for 15 months.

Vosne-Romanée “Les Beaux Monts” Premier Cru Vosne-Romanée Les Beaux Monts 1er cru is one of the largest of the Vosne-Romanée premier crus. This vineyard lies upslope and near Échezeaux and is separated from Richebourg only by the smaller Aux Brûlées. Its distinct personality comes from its more southerly exposure and its marl and clay soils. Incredibly silky with dark fruit aromas and good tension. Depending on the vintage, the proportion of new oak is around 30 – 60% for the premier crus.

Nuits-St-Georges “Aux Boudots” Premier Cru Nuits-Saint-Georges Aux Boudots 1er cru lies in the “Zone Vosnoise” or northern end of Nuits-Saint-Georges just below Les Damodes. It borders Vosne-Romanée Aux Malconsorts just to its north. Its position slightly lower on the slope with deep soil full of pebbles results in soil that is well draining and forces deep root systems-resulting in a richer and fuller wine. The palate is rich with ripe fruit and medium weight with bright acidity and fine tannins. Depending on the vintage, the proportion of new oak is around 30 – 60% for the premier crus.

the vintage, the proportion of new oak is around 30 – 60% for the premier crus.

Echézeaux Grand Cru Echézeaux grand cru is a large vineyard of 94 acres divided into 11 individual lieux-dits. Grivot’s parcel is in the climat of Les Cruots and lies at the southern end of Echézeaux. A good Echézeaux should have rich fruit, considerable earthiness, and be very complete on the palate. This wine is full bodied and powerful, with a deep fruit core and often chalky minerality. Depending on the vintage, the proportion of new oak is around 40 – 70% percent for the grands crus.

Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru Clos de Vougeot grand cru was acquired by Étienne’s grandfather, Gaston Grivot, in 1919. The total holding is 4.6 acres from the middle of the vineyard to the lower wall and the average vine age is 40 years old. A good Clos de Vougeot should be a perfect balance of power, aroma, and flavor. Accented by floral notes and spicy aromatics, with a touch of softness that balances out the appellation’s firm tannins. Depending on the vintage, the proportion of new oak is around 40 – 70% percent for the grands crus.

Richebourg Grand Cru Richebourg lies north of La Romanée and Romanée-Conti, at an elevation of about 853 – 918 feet. It is widely considered to be one of the best grand cru vineyards in Vosne-Romanée, producing sinewy wines of richness and power. Richebourg grand cru was acquired by Étienne’s father in 1984. The total holding is just 0.31 hectares from vines planted in 1949. It is exotically spiced and gorgeously perfumed with aromas and flavors of small berries, sandalwood, Asian spice, and dried flowers. Depending on the vintage, the proportion of new oak is around 40 – 70% percent for the grands crus.

Nuits-St-Georges “Roncière” Premier Cru This lies in the “Zone de Saint-Georges” or central section of Nuits-Saint-Georges near the town itself. Roncière takes its name because the soil is so poor that it is said only “ronces” (mulberries) can grow there. There is a high proportion of limestone in the vineyards of Roncière, and as such the wines are mineral and fresh, with a deep plum core and very elegant profile. It is produced from a 0.5-hectare parcel from vines planted in 1959. Depending on

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CÔTE CHALONNAISE Bouzeron Rully Mercurey Givry

Montagny

Maison Chanzy

MAISON CHANZY Bouzeron, Côte Chalonnaise Daniel Chanzy founded Maison Chanzy in 1974 in Bouzeron, located in the northern part of the Côte Chalonnaise region of Burgundy. In 2013, a group of Burgundy wine lovers purchased Chanzy with a group of investors and since added a second holding in Côte Chalonnaise and Côte de Beaune for a total of 163 acres planted. With full control of production from vineyard to bottling, Chanzy’s impressive range spans 40 appellations in 8 villages of Côte Chalonnaise and Côte d’Or. Farming is sustainable.

Bourgogne Chardonnay Les Fortunés From the bottom of the slopes of La Fortune in Bouzeron with a southeastern exposure, and from a vineyard located a few miles away at a higher altitude in Nantoux village). Grown in typical clay and limestone soils with an average vine age of 35 years, Fermented and then aged in used 350-liter barrels for ten months before bottling. Beautiful fruit enrobed in a clean, pretty, mineral, and quite pure expression of Chardonnay.

Bouzeron Les Trois A blend of three vineyards with three different exposures: La Tournelle, facing Northwest, Les Clous, facing Southeast, and Les Cordères, facing southwest. These Aligoté vineyards, on limestone, clay and marl soils, combine to give a holistic example of a great Bouzeron. Vinification is in stainless-steel tanks. Such a pretty wine that highlights white floral notes and lovely tension and salinity.

Bouzeron Clos de la Fortune A five acre monopole of Maison Chanzy, and is its flagship wine. This Aligoté vineyard is southeast-facing with limestone, clay and marl soils. The average vine age is 35 years with some of the vines almost 100 years old. Vinification is in stainless-steel tanks with 20% of the élevage in 450-liter casks. Aligoté possesses naturally high acidity and is very fresh. The variety is capable of excellent quality when planted in a top site such as Clos de la Fortune where it achieves riper flavors and richer texture.

Rully En Rosey Blanc The highest-elevation vineyard of Rully and a cooler site resulting in a wine of freshness and tension. The name refers to a thorny wild rose bush. This southeast-facing vineyard of limestone and marl soil has an average vine age of 35 years. Rully Blanc En Rosey is mostly aged in large oak barrels of 450 and 500 liters for 10 months before bottling. This wine features orchard fruit notes paired with fresh acidity and an overall lovely mouthfeel.

Mercurey Clos du Roy Blanc Premier Cru One of many vineyards in Burgundy carrying the name Clos du Roy thanks to the King designating his best parcels as such. The parcel sits close to the woods and is protected from the wind with excellent exposure, providing consistent ripeness. Mercurey Clos du Roy 1er Cru Blanc is aged in 100% used 228-liter barrels for 9 months prior to bottling. This wine always features beautiful tension and acidity, which balances out the creamy mouthfeel.

Bourgogne Pinot Noir Les Fortunés From vineyards in the Côte Chalonnaise. Grown in clay and limestone soils with an average vine age of 35 years, receiving a seven-day pre-fermentation cold maceration and is then aged partially in used 450-liter barrels for ten months before bottling. Approachable, lovely, balanced, with notes of sweet cherries and fresh acidity.

Rully En Rosey Rouge The highest-elevation vineyard of Rully and a cooler site resulting in a wine for freshness and tension. The name refers to a thorny wild rose bush. This southeast-facing vineyard of limestone and marl soil has an average vine age of 40 years. Rully Rouge En Rosey is aged in large oak barrels of 450 and 500 liters for ten months before bottling. Pretty, fresh, floral, and wonderfully aromatic.

Mercurey Rouge Les Bussières Mercurey Les Bussières is 100% Pinot Noir from a single vineyard in the Northeast of Mercurey. From relatively deep limestone clay soils with a southeastern exposure, these grapes undergo a sevenday cold soak with gentle pumpovers to provide structure without harsh tannins. Mostly aged in 2 – 5 year old barrels for 10 months. Refined, with a beautiful fruit core and mineral finish.

Mercurey Clos du Roy Rouge Premier Cru This is one of many vineyards in Burgundy carrying the name Clos du Roy thanks to the King designating his best parcels as such. The parcel sits close to the woods and is protected from the wind with excellent exposure, providing consistent ripeness. The wine receives a ten-day cold soak before fermentation and is vinified with 50% whole clusters. Mercurey Clos du Roy 1er Cru Rouge is aged in 100% used 228-liter barrels. Rich and fleshy with a deep fruit core but still showing structure.

Santenay Gravières Rouge Premier Cru Laying close to the Chassagne border in classically the best part of Santenay. Les Gravières has an average vine age of 45 years and receives ten days of cold pre-fermentation maceration before aging ten months in 100% used 228-liter barrels. Les Gravières should show typicity of Santenay with red fruit and floral notes, and elegance on the palate. Ripe berries notes waft from the glass alongside spicy and smokey mineral notes and supple tannins.

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