Puligny-Montrachet, Les Enseigneres
⏳ Drinking Window
2010 - 2016
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Pan-seared sea bass, roasted chicken with tarragon, creamy mushroom risotto
✨ Technical Specifications
Domaine Roux Père et Fils, nestled in the historic village of Saint-Aubin, has spent generations mastering the delicate art of white Burgundy. The estate's white wines, crafted primarily from Chardonnay, reflect the complex mosaic of Burgundy's limestone-rich terroirs. Historically, Saint-Aubin was overshadowed by its famous neighbors, Chassagne-Montrachet and Puligny-Montrachet, but pioneering families like the Rouxs helped elevate the appellation to world-class status. Their white winemaking philosophy combines traditional barrel fermentation and aging with careful lees contact, preserving the vibrant acidity and intense minerality characteristic of the Côte de Beaune. This results in wines defined by elegant citrus, white flower, and subtle toasted brioche notes, capturing the pure, unadorned essence of Burgundian Chardonnay.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1855 by Louis Roux in the historic village of Saint-Aubin, Domaine Roux Père et Fils has grown across five generations into one of Burgundy's most distinguished family estates. Today, the family manages an expansive patchwork of prime vineyards spanning the Côte de Beaune, Côte de Nuits, and Côte Chalonnaise, adhering to meticulous plot-by-plot vinification that respects each unique climat. Their winemaking philosophy blends regional heritage with contemporary precision, dedicated to producing authentic, mineral-driven representations of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The estate is celebrated for a versatile portfolio that ranges from village-level gems in Saint-Aubin and Puligny-Montrachet to refined Premier and Grand Crus renowned for their aromatic purity and aging potential.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Chardonnay