Lucien Boillot et Fils
,Chevrey-Chambertin (Burgundy)
Bourgogne Rouge AC
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Winemaker | Lucien Boillot et Fils |
| Alcohol | 13% vol. |
| Grapes | 100% Pinot Noir |
| 75 cl | CHF 35.00 |
Winemaking
The vines are located at the foot of the slope on a calcareous, stony soil mixed with clay and marl. The wine is aged in oak barrels, with a maximum of 30% new barrels, for a period of 16 to 18 months, depending on the vintage. Bottling takes place at the winery using gravity, without filtration or fining. The estate follows the principles of organic viticulture, with traditional soil cultivation, moderate yields, and the exclusive use of indigenous yeasts.
Our tasting note
The color is deep purple, turning ruby red as it ages. The nose opens with a bouquet of small red and black fruits (strawberry, cherry, blackcurrant, blueberry), evolving into cooked plum, peppery and undergrowth notes, moss, and mushrooms. On the palate, it is lively, with a structured, soft, and round finish.
Lucien Boillot et Fils
Lucien Boillot... A big name from Burgundy that you may not be familiar with, as 85% of his bottles are exported abroad. Lucien represents the sixth generation of a winemaking family originally from Volnay. In 1950, the winemaker settled in the heart of Gevrey-Chambertin and began acquiring his first vineyards in the prestigious terroirs of the Premiers Crus. In the 1980s, the estate experienced significant growth thanks to the acquisition of several parcels and the inheritance of most of the Côte de Beaune appellations from his father. Back then, people spoke of exceptional terroirs for exceptional wines, located on both coasts and in the most renowned sites, especially in Pommard, Puligny-Montrachet, and Nuits-Saint-Georges. Today, Pierre Boillot has taken over from his father Lucien, who believed that «a great wine is something liberating.» This is an estate worth (re)discovering and keeping a close eye on, as, as you’ve likely noticed, its cuvées are exceptionally rare!
