Les Grandes Terres
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Typically best enjoyed 2–7 years from the vintage release.
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Roasted duck, grilled pork chops, earthy mushroom pasta
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Hailing from a specific lieu-dit situated on the plains just below the village boundary of Chassagne-Montrachet, Jean-Marc Pillot's 'Les Grandes Terres' is a masterclass in regional Burgundy. The vineyard's deep, clay-rich limestone soils impart a generous, fleshy character to the Pinot Noir vines planted here. Pillot treats this regional appellation with the same respect as his prestigious Premier Crus, employing hand-harvesting, native yeast fermentation, and careful aging in mostly older French oak barrels. The result is a beautifully structured red Burgundy that balances bright red berry fruit with subtle earthy undertones, offering an authentic taste of the Côte de Beaune's storied winemaking heritage without the need for decades of cellaring.
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Based in the historic village of Chassagne-Montrachet in Burgundy's Côte de Beaune, Domaine Jean-Marc Pillot is a benchmark estate directed by Jean-Marc Pillot, who took the reins in 1991 and is now joined by his son Antonin. Spanning a family winemaking heritage that dates back to 1910, the domaine manages exceptional premier cru and village vineyards with a deep respect for terroir, employing sustainable viticultural practices. Pillot is highly acclaimed for producing remarkably precise, mineral-driven white wines and vibrant, structured reds, utilizing careful barrel aging with a judicious use of new oak to let the individual character of sites like Les Fairendes and Clos Saint-Marc shine through.