Presentation
Located in Rully, in the Côte Chalonnaise, Domaine Jaeger-Defaix continues the winemaking legacy of the Niepce family, winegrowers since the 16th century. Founded in 2002 by Hélène Jaeger-Defaix, great-granddaughter of Henri Niepce, the estate specializes in white and red Rully Premier Crus. The vineyard includes several prestigious plots, notably Mont-Palais (white) and Préaux (red), all cultivated organically. Winemaking is low-intervention, favoring native yeast fermentations and careful ageing in oak barrels. The wines are known for their elegance and balance, with precise, taut whites and silky reds with delicate tannins. A flagship estate of Rully, blending tradition and modernity.
Location
The Rabourcé vineyard lies above the Cloux parcel, on the steepest part of the hillside. The soils become increasingly light and clay-rich as the slope rises.
In the vineyard
Yields are strictly controlled through debudding to produce a refined and expressive wine. Organic practices are applied throughout the growing cycle. Grapes are hand-picked and sorted with precision.
Harvest
A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard and again at the winery to retain only the finest fruit.
Winemaking
Fermentation lasts around fifteen days with daily pump-overs to gently extract color and tannins. Native yeasts are used, and temperature is carefully controlled throughout alcoholic and malolactic fermentation.
Ageing
The wine is aged for approximately 15 months in oak barrels that have been used for one to three vintages. A very light filtration is performed before bottling, allowing for a natural deposit to form.
Varietal
Pinot Noir : 100%
Serving
Serving Temperature 12 to 14°C
Ageing potential
2 to 3 years
Tasting
Bright ruby robe and a fruit-forward nose. The palate is fine and delicate. A charming and elegant expression of Burgundy Pinot Noir.
Food pairings
Pairs beautifully with Senegalese beef mafé, grilled chicken skewers, or a creamy Normandy Camembert.