Presentation
Since the 1960s, Maurice and Anne-Marie Thevenot have transformed this family estate into a reference in the Côte de Nuits. Their sons Jean and Daniel have continued the tradition, and today, Nicolas Thevenot manages the estate. The reds, made from Pinot Noir, are worked with long fermentations and prolonged aging in barrels, favoring elegant, complex, and aging wines. The whites, on the other hand, reveal pure minerality and beautiful tension. The estate's uniqueness: Perfect mastery of barrel aging, guaranteeing wines with silky structure and remarkable aging potential.
Location
The plots are located in the village of Marey-lès-Fussey. The Pinot Blanc vines are 10 years old, while the Chardonnay, planted about twenty years ago, occupies the steepest part of the slope.
Terroir
Clay-limestone soils, typical of the Hautes Côtes region.
In the vineyard
All plots are within a 2 km radius of the estate and have been family farmed for generations. This close proximity and in-depth knowledge of the terroirs allow for a precise, sustainable approach to viticulture.
Harvest
Manual harvest.
Winemaking
Alcoholic fermentation starts in stainless steel vats at temperatures not exceeding 20°C, preserving the fruit's aromatic character. Midway through fermentation, 20% of the cuvée is transferred to barrels for completion of fermentation and ageing.
Ageing
The remaining 80% is aged in vat. After malolactic fermentation in early summer, the two components are blended to create the final wine.
Varietals
Pinot blanc : 60%
Chardonnay : 40%
Specifications
Age of vines : 10 à 20 years old
Serving
12°C
Ageing potential
3 to 5 years
Tasting
The Pinot Blanc, known for its intense aromatic profile, brings floral and expressive fruit notes, while the Chardonnay adds finesse and structure. The limited barrel ageing (20% of the final blend) offers subtle, elegant oak influence without overpowering the wine’s natural freshness.
Food pairings
This elegant white wine pairs beautifully with:
Grilled or poached fish
Seafood risottos
Or can be enjoyed on its own as a refined aperitif.