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Silky, structured, and fine grained, the name of this red premier cru, "Les Gravieres," evokes the gravely limestone soil. Aromas of red berries and forest floor unfold with rustic elegance. Learn More

An estate which became known at this time as Merme-Morizot. Amedee, a gentleman-farmer, as much at ease in the vineyard, in the winery and in the cellars, as he was in fashionable salons, then set about structuring and enlarging the vineyard. Christophe Perrot-Minot currently manages the estate, since 1993. Learn More

A dry wine made from botrytized grapes. The grapes were not ripe enough to produce a true "Sauternes." Contains Sauternes-tropical aromas but fully dry on the palate. Vinified and raised in 350-liter barrels (new and one passage). Learn More

This pinot noir is juicy, medium-bodied, and very quaffable! It’s brimming with sprightly red fruit. Aromas of cherry, cranberry, and bay leaf are bright and inviting. There is an enjoyable tartness and a hint of chalky minerality – the wine is soft on the palate and low in alcohol. It’s juicy freshness makes a wonderful partner to late summer veggies like eggplant. Learn More

This is the vineyard’s only white wine. It is simultaneously full bodied and elegant, blending fruit and mineral flavours. A harmonious and balanced wine, citrus and grapefruit notes in particular can be detected in the wine’s deliciously lingering finish. It is best enjoyed young. Learn More

Intensely perfumed with violets, roses, plums, and exotic spices, la Genelotte has the grace, finesse, and precision of a dancer—a famous ballerina in the role of the Sugar Plum Fairy from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite comes to mind. There is a dreamy, ethereal side to this beauty. Learn More

Since joining the family operation, the young Arnaud and David have shown remarkable ambition and precision in their work ethic: they have increased the family holdings to twenty-one hectares, adding single-vineyard cuvees while constantly striving for more complexity and layered texture in the mineral-driven beauties they produce.

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The 2012 is quite pale at the present time, with brilliant green highlights. The nose is well-defined and mineral. Still very young and quite elegant, this wine has yet to reveal its full complexity.

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The premier cru La Fussière is located in the town of Dezize-Les-Maranges, the Pinot Noir vines are expressed on stony white soils resting on blue marls. Bruno Colin's vines were planted in 1986 and are cultivated using sustainable cultivation with soil work and plowing.

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Grape variety, 100% Sauvignon Blanc, organic (not certified), 8 months' ageing in bulk with some lees stirring, lightly fined & filtered before bottling. Located at the northern edge of the appellation De Tracy's vineyard is south-west facing, on flint and Kimmeridgian soils and extends from "Tracy hill" to the "Champs de Cris" plateau. 32 hectares are in production.

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Bruno vinifies 19 cuvees separately in old family winery in the center of the village of Chassagne-Montrachet. His style shows beautiful balance, both aromatically and texturally, while showcasing the delicate minerality and nuanced complexity of each vineyard.

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Bruno Colin Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru En Remilly is an exceptional Chardonnay blend that rivals the elegance and finesse of its prestigious Grand Cru neighbor, Le Montrachet.

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This wine is made from 37% Vermentinu, 20% Rossala Bianca, 19% Biancu Gentile, 14% Genovese, and 10% Brustiano. We've had Vermentinu, or at least Vermentino, but not any of the other grapes. This is a dense and rich white. Floral and fleshy with a mineral-driven acidity and a viscous, oily texture. A heavy-weight that's perfect for winter and a finish that might last until spring. Learn More

This is extremely ripe and indeed reminds me more of cabernet than pinot with good detail and obvious minerality to the sweet, powerful and sappy flavors that offer real size and weight.

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Anne Gros, the only daughter of François Gros, has established a solid character and reputation in the wine world after taking over her father's domaine in 1988.

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