Domaine Jean Marc Burgaud
Morgon Grand Cras 2023
Reviews
The Wine Advocate
Bound to Morgon since birth, Jean-Marc Burgaud cemented his dedication to the land when he established his domaine in 1989. Today, the estate extends over 18 hectares with 17.2 hectares of Gamay and the remainder planted with Chardonnay. Burgaud's vineyards boast impressive stats,. with an average vine age of 50 years, all planted at high densities—up to 11,000 vines per hectare—and farmed with organic practices aimed at maintaining balanced yields and nurturing soil health. He judiciously applies treatments only when necessary, prioritizing the preservation of the vineyard's natural ecosystem. In the cellar, his approach is tailored to the specific requirements of each cuvée, reflecting his dedication to understanding and translating the complexities of Morgon's terroirs. The grapes undergo vinification with a predominant use of whole clusters, employing ambient yeasts in temperature-controlled vats. The wines are aged for up to 16 months in concrete tanks, with the exceptions of the Côte du Py, Javernières and James cuvées, which mature in carefully selected used barrels. Minimal sulfites are added only after the completion of malolactic fermentation
