Domaine Jean Fournier is one of the oldest in Marsannay, and the family has been present since the 17th century. The vineyard is spread over 16 hectares, spread over the best terroirs of the appellation. The vineyard is dominated by Pinot Noir, supplemented by a little Aligoté, Chardonnay, and Pinot Blanc. Since 2003, Laurent Fournier has been the head of the family farm. The domaine has long been involved in sustainable and responsible farming, before being certified as organic in 2008. Certain biodynamic practices are also used such as respect for lunar rhythms. The vines are quite old (about sixty years old), the extractions are very sweet and exact and élevage is long (up to three years, in barrels and vats). This contributes to the quality of the wines, which are powerful and typical of their terroir and their vintage. This area has demonstrated the high quality of its wines, which means that the appellation is highly reliable and should gain fame over the years to come. Keep your eye on this domaine!

Accounting for only 6% of Burgundy’s vine population, this wine is a great opportunity to discover the Aligoté grape variety now enjoying a place on some of the finest tables in the world. Originating from a terroir characterised by scree slopes and an ancient river bed, this cuvée is adorned with a minerality that goes wonderfully well with the fruity aromas it delivers. In keeping with the principles of organic viticulture, this cuvée’s ambition is not to produce high yields, but rather to express its terroir. The idea is to produce wines that can be laid down for a long time and are destined for fine dining.
As predicted by its terroir, this is a mineral and floral wine that entirely captures the senses. Freshness dominates, with citrus aromas coating the palate. Open this wine as an aperitif or serve it with seafood if you wish, but remember that it can also be cellared for several years for greater structure.