This winery was founded in 1955 by Edmond Geantet. His son, Vincent joined him in 1977 and finally took over in 1989. They own a total of 12 hectares (30 acres) in Gevrey Chambertin, Brochon, Marsannay and Chambolle Musigny. They treat their vines with the “lutte raisonné” method which allows for biochemical intervention only when required, never for preventative reasons. They remove leaves from the vines during the summer and green harvest is done if yields are too high. The harvest is completely by hand and is entirely sorted. The bunches are completely de-stemmed followed by a cold fermentation (10 °C) lasting 8 days. Then the fermentation process begins thanks to natural yeasts and the increased temperature in the vats (22°C). When the alcoholic fermentation is finished the wine is pressed in a pneumatic press. Wines are aged in approximately 30% new oak, 30% oak of 1 wine and 40% oak of 2 wines. Before the malolactic fermentation they “bâtonner” (stir) wines once a week while in barrels. Malolactic fermentation happens naturally with the increased temperatures of the spring. Bottling usually takes place after 13 months of aging, without racking, fining or filtering unless necessary.

This wine has a bright color, dark ruby red with black highlights. The nose is discreet, with aromas of ripe black berries as well as smoky & spicy hints. The tannins are quite present and the length is very long. This wine is a “grand” wine, concentrated and harmonious. It comes from several different parcels of old vines Gevrey Chambertin, some of which are over 100 years old.

Fixin Clos Marion, Fougeray de Beauclair

This field was first consolidated and enclosed, hence the “Clos”, by Guillaume Marion in 1828. Fougeray de Beauclair has owned the field since 1994.

Although this wine is still quite young, its structure is impressive. The aromas hint of ripe red fruits, spices and crisp flowers. The style is hearty and well-made. It can be aged in a good cellar easily until 2006-2010.

Vosne Romanée Les Violettes, Christian Clerget

This small family winery is run by Christian and his wife Isabelle. They own 6 hectares (15 acres) with an impressive amount of 1er crus and some grand cru. This winery works with traditional tools and modern techniques. “Lutte raisonnée” is also used at the Clerget’s. A short pruning, removing leaves and green harvesting help control yields and improve concentration. Wines are aged in oak barrels between 18 and 20 months. Wines are hand-bottled during the summer without fining or filtering.

The “Violettes” is above all and elegant wine (the field is located next to the wall of the Clos de Vougeot). The vines are approximately 50 years old. The rich character dominates, supported by direct tannins and light acidity. It is quite aromatic, highlighting cherries, strawberries and leather. The length is quite impressive. In a “normal” vintage the wine can be ages 5 to 10 years but with 2002 it can be kept easily 10 to 15 years or more.

Chassagne Montrachet 1er Cru Morgeot Clos Pitois, Roger Belland

Roger Belland is the fifth generation of winemaker at Domaine Belland. The winery is made up of 23 hectares (58 acres) with a dominance of premier and grand crus in the southern portion of the Côte de Beaune. The techniques in the vineyards include removing shoots in the spring which controls yields as well as allowing good aeration of the plant during the rest of the season. They plant grass between the rows which limits the use of chemical treatments, increases microbial life in the soil and naturally regulates yields as well. Leaves are removed in July to allow additional sunshine on the grapes. Of course, the harvest is completely by hand and grapes are strictly sorted after picking. They have a modern winery which allows them to control temperatures during pre-fermentation and alcoholic fermentation. Wines are aged 10 months in oak barrels.

The Chassagne Montrachet 1er Cru Morgeot Clos Pitois red is rich with a lovely cherry fruit. The structure is complex and length extraordinary. It can be aged easily through 2008 to ????

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