New Releases! George Lignier - Bourgogne to Charmes-Chambertin: Burgundy at Every Level

Domaine Georges Lignier, long the quiet guardian of some of the Côte de Nuits’ most prized terroirs, has been elevated to new prominence under the stewardship of Georges’ nephew, Benoît Stehly, who took the reins in 2010. With a deep respect for the land, Benoît shifted the domaine away from systemic chemical treatments, revitalizing the soils and fostering healthier, more expressive vines. In the cellar, he favors gentle extractions with pump-overs, judicious use of whole clusters tailored to each vintage, and a restrained oak regimen that avoids heavy-handed influence. The result is a house style defined by purity, elegance, and finesse—Pinot Noir that shimmers with Burgundian authenticity while maintaining the structure and depth to age with grace. The domaine’s 2022s, concentrated yet ethereal, aromatic and layered, stand as perhaps Benoît’s most complete collection to date, and a resounding statement of mastery.

For collectors and enthusiasts alike, Georges Lignier offers something rare in Burgundy: the opportunity to explore greatness at every price point, from the charming, sunlit Bourgogne Passetoutgrain to the domaine’s quartet of profound grands crus. These are wines that not only belong in the cellar but demand a place on the table, elevating any fine gathering with their ability to transport drinkers directly to the heart of Burgundy. Whether shared among friends or savored in moments of quiet reflection, they speak of a very special corner of France where history, terroir, and craft converge. For those seeking Burgundy of soul and stature, Domaine Georges Lignier is an essential name to know and to cherish.

2023 Coteaux Bourguignons Blanc marks a milestone, as this is the first bottling ever available in the US. Sourced from two parcels just across the road from Morey-Saint-Denis—La Musette and Les Pertuisées—this pure Chardonnay captures the precision and liveliness of its origins. Vinified entirely in stainless steel and aged six months on fine lees, it shows a taut, linear profile with crisp orchard fruit, mouthwatering brightness, and a refreshing, almost minty edge of acidity. A subtle mineral streak underscores its energy, making this a vibrant and distinctive expression that punches far above its appellation.

Best Price $27.99

2023 Bourgogne Passetoutgrain

This is Benoît’s irresistibly fresh and joyful take on this historic Burgundy blend. From three parcels in Morey-Saint-Denis, it brings together two-thirds Gamay and one-third Pinot Noir, vinified and aged separately in stainless steel before blending. The result is breezy and vibrant, with supple tannins, a cascade of juicy red fruits, and lip-smacking acidity that keeps each sip lively. Classic in spirit yet lifted with Benoît’s precision, it’s a perfect everyday Burgundy—versatile at the table and dangerously easy to drink by the glass.

Best Price $29.99

2022 Morey-Saint-Denis

Sourced from two parcels (Clos Solon, Les Crais) averaging 70 years of age, this 1.8-hectare holding embodies pure Morey. Bright red fruits, spice, and lifted acidity lead to a mineral- focused finish, all without a trace of new oak.

Best Price $84.99

2022 Gevrey-Chambertin

From 2.3 hectares of 50-year-old vines in four parcels (En Vosne, En Dérée, Es Murots, Le Forneau), this villages-level Gevrey marries the appellation’s hallmark meaty breadth with fresh, lifted tannins. Vinified with zero new oak, it balances power and finesse in Benoît’s elegant house style.

Best Price $109.99

2022 Chambolle-Musigny

From 0.84 hectares in Les Drazey and Les Bussières, just below 1er Cru Les Sentiers, this Chambolle is all grace and lift. Lilting cherry fruit, high-toned acidity, and remarkable concentration give it energy without sharpness.

Best Price $129.99

2022 Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru “Clos des Ormes”

With two hectares here—half the vineyard’s total surface—Lignier commands this premier cru below Clos de la Roche. The 45-year-old vines produce a wine of layered spice, depth, and unmistakable pedigree.

Best Price $134.99

Best Price Magnum $299.99

2022 Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru “Les Sorbes”

This historic 0.45-hectare plot, replanted in 2017, sits downslope from Clos de Tart and Clos des Lambrays. Its shaded microclimate yields a uniquely balanced wine—dense yet elegant, kinetic with spice, and finishing in a saline minerality.

Best Price $134.99

2022 Clos-Saint-Denis Grand Cru

With 1.6 hectares in this revered grand cru, Georges Lignier is one of its major landholders. Two parcels—50 and 70 years old—combine to deliver a wine of depth and breadth: warmly spiced aromatics, subtle mineral lift, and layers of deep red fruit framed by large-scaled yet finely buffered tannins. A wine of both power and poise.

Best Price $329.00

2022 Clos de la Roche Grand Cru

From four parcels totaling just over a hectare, this Clos de la Roche is both explosive and refined. The nose brims with exotic spice and saline notes, leading to a palate of drive, length, and precision. Its formidable tannins are beautifully wrapped in fruit, making it accessible young but built to evolve gracefully for decades.

Best Price $399.99

Best Price Magnum $849.99

2022 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru

From a precious tenth of a hectare planted in the early 1960s, this Charmes is compact and serious in style. Small-berried fruit expression, mineral tension, and firm tannins lend a taut, age-worthy profile—less about early charm, more about patient reward.

Best price $449.99

2022 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru

From a 0.28-hectare high-slope parcel planted in 1920, this is a study in old-vine grace. Aromatically finer than the domaine’s Clos de la Roche but equally spice-laden, its palate is silken and harmonious, carrying immense concentration with effortless elegance. As Benoît himself notes, Bonnes-Mares can seem “too perfect”—a Burgundy paradox, and one of the Côte d’Or’s crown jewels.

Best Price $499.99