Domaine Jean Grivot

Vosne-Romanée Les Beaux Monts

Domaine Jean Grivot

Vosne-Romanée Les Beaux Monts

Domaine Jean Grivot is among the great names in Burgundian wine. Étienne Grivot and his wife Marielle took over from Étienne’s father Jean Grivot in 1987. The vineyards are densely planted and farmed organically “sans certification” while the aim in the cellar is for balance and clear expression of terroir.

Jean Grivot’s 38.3 acres spread across 22 appellations with vineyards in the communes of Vosne-Romanée, Vougeot, Chambolle-Musigny, and Nuits-Saint-Georges. Besides the three grand crus, there are eight premier crus including the much-lauded Les Beaux Monts and Suchots in Vosne-Romanée. The grapes are entirely de-stemmed, and fermentation is spontaneous.

Wine Production

The grapes are destemmed and maceration à froid usually lasts just a day or two. The alcoholic fermentation is spontaneous and malolactic fermentation occurs in barrel. Depending on the vintage, the proportion of new oak is around 30-60% for the premier crus.

Tasting Notes

The wine shows aromas and flavors of red berries, herbs, and purple flowers. The palate is rich with ripe fruit and medium weight with bright acidity and fine tannins. Aging in 30-60% new Burgundian pièce brings notes of vanilla, toast, and baking spices.

Food Pairing

Domaine Jean Grivot Vosne-Romanée Les Beaux Monts pairs exquisitely with herb-crusted rack of lamb or wild mushroom tart, highlighting its refined tannins, vibrant red fruit, and layered complexity.

Domaine Jean Grivot is among the great names in Burgundian wine. Étienne Grivot and his wife Marielle took over from Étienne’s father Jean Grivot in 1987. The vineyards are densely planted and farmed organically “sans certification” while the aim in the cellar is for balance and clear expression of terroir.

Jean Grivot’s 38.3 acres spread across 22 appellations with vineyards in the communes of Vosne-Romanée, Vougeot, Chambolle-Musigny, and Nuits-Saint-Georges. Besides the three grand crus, there are eight premier crus including the much-lauded Les Beaux Monts and Suchots in Vosne-Romanée. The grapes are entirely de-stemmed, and fermentation is spontaneous.

Wine Production

The grapes are destemmed and maceration à froid usually lasts just a day or two. The alcoholic fermentation is spontaneous and malolactic fermentation occurs in barrel. Depending on the vintage, the proportion of new oak is around 30-60% for the premier crus.

Tasting Notes

The wine shows aromas and flavors of red berries, herbs, and purple flowers. The palate is rich with ripe fruit and medium weight with bright acidity and fine tannins. Aging in 30-60% new Burgundian pièce brings notes of vanilla, toast, and baking spices.

Food Pairing

Domaine Jean Grivot Vosne-Romanée Les Beaux Monts pairs exquisitely with herb-crusted rack of lamb or wild mushroom tart, highlighting its refined tannins, vibrant red fruit, and layered complexity.

Vineyard & Production Info

Vineyard name:
Les Beaux Monts
Vineyard size:
28 acres
Bottles produced of this wine:
4,730

Winemaking & Aging

Varietal composition:
100% Pinot Noir
Fining agent:
None
Type of aging container:
Barrels
Size of aging container:
228 liters
Length of aging before bottling:
15 months in barrel and then 2 months in tank
Age of Aging Container:
35% new
Total SO2:
50

Analytical Data

pH level:
3.62
Acidity:
2.88 g/L
Alcohol:
13 %
Dry extract:
25.5 g/L
Total SO2:
50

About the Vineyard

Vosne-Romanée Les Beau Monts 1er cru is one of the largest of the Vosne-Romanée premier crus. This vineyard lies upslope and adjacent to Échezeaux and is separated from Richebourg only by the smaller Les Brûlées. Its distinct personality comes from its more southerly exposure and its marl and clay soils.