Presentation
Anchored in Marey-lès-Fussey, in the heart of Hautes-Côtes de Nuits, Domaine Joannet is a family estate managed by Michel and Fabien Joannet. For several generations, the family has passionately worked its 20 hectares of vines spread between Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune. The estate's appellations cover a wide spectrum of Burgundy: Vosne-Romanée, Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru, Pernand-Vergelesses, Pernand-Vergelesses 1er Cru, Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes de Nuits, and Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes de Beaune. Viticulture is conducted in a reasoned struggle, with rigorous soil work and particular attention to biodiversity. Vinifications are careful, with aging in oak barrels to give the wines depth and elegance. The estate's reds stand out for their freshness, precision, and aging potential, while the whites reveal beautiful mineral tension and remarkable balance.
Location
This small village lies in the Côte de Beaune. Pernand-Vergelesses and Aloxe-Corton share the privilege of resting on the same exceptional terroir that produces the prestigious white wine: Corton-Charlemagne.
Terroir
The soils are clay-limestone, offering structure and minerality to the wines.
In the vineyard
Key vineyard practices include sustainable soil management (plowing, grass cover), canopy management to optimize sun exposure, and careful, minimal treatments to preserve vine health and aromatic purity.
Harvest
Harvesting is done by hand.
Winemaking
Alcoholic fermentation takes place in oak barrels.
Ageing
Aged for 7 months in oak barrels.
Varietal
Chardonnay : 100%
Serving
Serving Temperature: 10 to 12°C
Ageing potential
3 to 5 years
Tasting
This Pernand-Vergelesses Blanc “Les Villages” from Domaine Joannet elegantly reflects the character of the great terroirs of the Côte de Beaune. Its pale gold robe with silver highlights leads to a refined, expressive nose of white flowers, fresh citrus, and stone fruits (peach, apricot), all supported by a chalky minerality and a discreet oak influence. On the palate, the attack is vibrant and precise, with a broad yet tense texture, showcasing a remarkable balance between richness and freshness. The long, saline, and slightly toasted finish underlines the wine’s depth and complexity.
Food pairings
This refined white pairs beautifully with noble fish (monkfish, turbot) in light sauces, shellfish such as lobster or langoustines, and elegant white meats like truffled poultry or roasted veal. It also shines with parmesan risotto or soft-ripened cheeses such as Brie de Meaux or Saint-Marcellin. Serve between 10 and 12°C to reveal its full depth and finesse.