Franc de Pied
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed 3–10 years from the vintage release to appreciate its unique purity and vibrant fruit profile.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Roasted duck, creamy mushroom risotto, coq au vin
✨ wine.spec_sheet
The 'Franc de Pied' cuvée from Domaine Philippe Charlopin-Parizot is a rare and captivating expression of Burgundy, crafted from Pinot Noir vines planted directly on their own roots without the aid of American rootstocks. This traditional practice, known as 'franc de pied', offers a liquid window into the pre-phylloxera era of the 19th century, showcasing Pinot Noir in its purest, most historic state. Cultivated with extreme care to guard against the ever-present threat of phylloxera, these vines yield a wine of remarkable silkiness, intense aromatic complexity, and a distinct mineral precision. In the cellar, Charlopin's signature touch of pre-fermentation cold maceration and judicious oak aging coaxes out a luscious, velvety texture that beautifully balances the wine's vibrant, unadulterated fruit character.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 1977 by Philippe Charlopin with just 1.5 hectares of inherited vines, Domaine Philippe Charlopin-Parizot has grown into a highly respected estate based in Gevrey-Chambertin, Burgundy. Under the early mentorship of the legendary Henri Jayer, Philippe adopted a philosophy focused on low yields, complete destemming, and cold maceration, resulting in rich, voluptuous, and deeply expressive wines. Today, Philippe is joined by his son Yann, who oversees the white wine vinification, managing over 25 hectares of exceptional vineyards across the Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune, and Chablis. The domaine is highly acclaimed for its lush, velvety Pinot Noirs—including old-vine village and Grand Cru expressions—as well as its precise, elegant Chardonnays.