The reputation of the 2009 vintage is already suffering from several preconceived notions, notably that of its presumed heaviness.The topic is regularly discussed in the region's cellars, the echo of a tenacious reputation that originated during the first days of the harvest, under the warm September sun. The season was perfect: a long, harsh winter; an early start for the vegetative cycle in mid-April; temperatures that promoted quick, even f...
Domaine Roulot is an old family estate based in Meursault since 1820. Today, it is managed by Jean-Marc Roulot, who took over in 1989 after giving up his acting career in Paris. Since his return to Meursault, Jean-Marc has increased the domaine’s holdings through a mix of vineyard purchases and fermage contracts.
The death of Guy Roulot in 1982 took many by surprise. This legendary producer of some of the finest Meursaults, if not some of t...
Vineyards are farmed organically•The majority of vines are pruned in Guyot, with some in Cordon •Soils are plowed regularly •Yields are limited by de budding •A rigorous sorting of the grapes follows the harvest
Whites:All of the whites (except the Aligoté) are fermented in wooden vats, an average of 15-18% of which is new. Aligoté ferments in stainless steel• Whites are stirred on their lees every two weeks
...Jean-Marc believes in early and short pruning to avoid the need for green pruning later in the growing season. His goal is to deliver perfect fruit, and he would rather pick a day or two early than risk picking two days late. His careful attention to detail in the vineyards is complemented by exceptional winemaking skills, which have brought the domaine international acclaim. His philosophy is to make wines that he would like to drink, rather ...
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