Created in 1731, the Maison Bouchard Père et Fils has had throughout its history one of the most beautiful wine estates in Burgundy due to regular purchases of vines in the best terroirs. In 1811, "Bouchard Père et Fils" was officially established. Purchases were made throughout the 19th century after which, in the 20th century, the Bouchards concentrated more on running their domain than extending it. From 1969 the purchasing policy was renewed. In 1995 the Bouchard family passed on the torch to another historical family from the Champagne area: the House of Champagne Henriot. The new team took things in hand at the vineyard and completely rejuvenated the house and the wine styles. Since then, its popularity has continued to rise and it is now considered one of the best wine merchants in Burgundy; a number of its wines have been rated alongside some of the best in history. The vineyards are managed by Thomas Seiter, who became the new general director in 2018. The vineyards count 130 hectares (and as much again in grape purchases), 12 hectares of which are Grands Crus and 74 hectares Premier Crus. With nearly 50 hectares divided between 23 climats, Bouchard Père et Fils has been the biggest owner in Beaune Premier Cru for several generations.

These Pinot Noir vines thrive on the clay and limestone soils found deep within the charming vale of Combe d’Orveau. This spot has a steep incline of 13%, requiring meticulous care in the vineyards but naturally protecting against the wind. In order to preserve the fruit’s quality, the grapes are harvested by hand at optimum ripeness, using small 13kg baskets, before being carefully sorted. In the cellar, after partial destemming, the grapes are fermented in small containers with light pressing and fermentation in vats for 18 to 21 days. Finally, the wine is aged in 45-60% new French oak barrels for 12 to 14 months.
The crimson-red colour reveals an expressive bouquet marked by fragrances of red fruits with spiced and lightly smoky hints. The rich and powerful palate leads to a deliciously long and elegant finish. This cuvée has wonderful ageing potential.