Patrick Javillier

Although Patrick Javillier has now retired, his winemaking legacy is in the capable hands of his daughter Marion and son-in-law Pierre-Emmanuel. Between them, they make an exceptional range of Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs. Despite their relatively low holdings of premier and grand cru vineyards, the estate is held in high esteem. Their ethos, to ensure that every cuvée from Bourgogne Blanc upwards fulfills its true potential, means that quality remains consistently high. They have an impressive array of Meursault village sites, which they vinify separately and either bottle by their individual lieux-dits, or as a blend of parcels, like Tête de Murger, while the jewel in their crown is their Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru. These are generous wines which drink well even from youth, making this an ever-reliable address for appealing Burgundy.