Domaine du Clos Frantin

The 13.2-hectare domaine owns an exceptional collection of vineyards across some of Burgundy’s most prestigious appellations, including 3.9 hectares of Premier and Grand Cru sites such as Vosne-Romanée Premier Cru Les Malconsorts, Richebourg, Grands-Echezeaux, Echezeaux and Clos de Vougeot. The vineyards have been certified organic, with compost and ploughing replacing herbicides and chemical fertilisers. Low yields, careful vineyard work and gentle winemaking allow Pinot Noir to express the character and subtle differences of each Côte de Nuits terroir.

Viticulture

Domaine du Clos Frantin's vineyards are farmed organically since 2012 and organically certified since 2018. Fertilisers and herbicides have been replaced by compost and ploughing, while severe pruning and green harvesting where necessary help control yields and concentrate fruit quality. The approach is deliberately low intervention, with vineyard decisions focused on soil health, vine balance and achieving optimum maturity rather than maximising yields.

Winemaking

Grapes are carefully handled and fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled wooden or stainless-steel vats, depending on the vineyard and vintage. Fermenting maceration generally lasts around 18 to 21 days. The wines are aged in French oak for approximately 16 to 18 months, with the proportion of new oak with 15 to 50% new barrels depending on the appellation and style. Gravity handling and gentle extraction are used to preserve the aromatic potential and finesse of the Pinot Noir, creating wines that combine intensity with elegance.