A powerful and refined Premier Cru from a walled, south‑facing vineyard in the heart of Aloxe‑Corton. Crafted from century‑old vines, it offers a muscular yet elegant expression of Pinot Noir, with notable mineral depth and cellaring potential.

Appearance: Deep ruby to garnet with youthful vibrancy and a luminous rim.

Nose: Complex aromas of wild red cherry, raspberry, rose petals, and earthy spice, layered with forest floor, gentle roast, graphite-mineral notes, and occasionally a hint of menthol.

Taste: Medium‑ to full‑bodied with plush red fruit—Morello cherry, plum—framed by fine‑grain yet firm tannins and vibrant acidity. Mineral tension emerges early, carried through in layers of dark spice, saline graphite, and savoury herbs. Silky texture with ample depth.

Finish: Long and persistent, lingering on dark fruit, mineral austerity, subtle spice, and polished tannins.

Food Pairings: Ideal with roast or braised red meats (venison, beef), rack of lamb, game birds (pheasant, duck), coq au vin, rich stews, and aged cheeses. Complements mushroom risotto and hearty poultry dishes.

About the Producer: Founded in 1974 by Charles‑Henri and Marie Génot‑Boulanger from Meursault, the estate now encompasses about 22 ha across Côte de Beaune and Côte Chalonnaise. The 0.97 ha Clos du Chapître parcel is one of the few fully walled vineyards in Aloxe‑Corton, planted with vines over 50 years old in shallow, rocky limestone and silex soils on a south‑facing slope. Under fourth-generation siblings Guillaume and Aude Lavollée, the domaine shifted toward organic and biodynamic practices starting in 2008. Their philosophy emphasizes minimal cellar intervention—native yeast fermentations, gentle extraction, 12 months in oak (around 20% new) followed by six months in tank, producing terroir‑driven, elegant wines.