L'Enfant Jesus
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Typically best enjoyed 8 to 25 years from the vintage release, as it develops profound tertiary complexity.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Roasted duck, wild mushroom risotto, roasted pheasant
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Steeped in royal history, the 'Vigne de l'Enfant Jésus' is a legendary 4-hectare monopole nestled within the Beaune Grèves Premier Cru. The vineyard's name originates from a 17th-century prophecy by Marguerite du Saint-Sacrement, a Carmelite nun who predicted the birth of King Louis XIV to the long-barren Anne of Austria. In gratitude, the Carmelites named this prized plot in honor of the Infant Jesus. Acquired by Bouchard Père & Fils in 1791, the vineyard features unique gravelly limestone soils ('grèves') that yield a Pinot Noir of exceptional finesse. Aged in French oak, this wine is celebrated for its velvety texture, intense red fruit aromatics, and exquisite spice notes, representing the pinnacle of Beaune elegance.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 1731 by Michel Bouchard in Beaune, Bouchard Père & Fils is one of Burgundy's oldest and most illustrious wine estates. Over the centuries, the house has meticulously assembled a spectacular domain in the Côte d'Or, headquartered in the historic 15th-century Château de Beaune, where wines age to perfection in subterranean fortress cellars. Renowned for its precise, terroir-driven philosophy, the estate crafts exceptional Pinot Noir and Chardonnay that capture the purest expressions of their climats. Among their most legendary offerings is the iconic Beaune Grèves Vigne de l'Enfant Jésus, a signature red celebrated worldwide for its elegance and complexity.