Debuting Joseph Drouhin 2023 – Our rigorously selected Premier and Grand Crus

Joseph Drouhin is not just a Burgundy producer—it is an institution, deeply woven into the fabric of the region’s winemaking history. Founded in 1880 by the young négociant Joseph Drouhin, the house quickly gained a reputation for excellence and by the 20th century began acquiring its own vineyards, many of which are today among the most coveted in Burgundy. With over 90 appellations in its portfolio, including the finest Grand Cru vineyard in Burgundy, Drouhin offers one of the most complete expressions of Burgundy’s diversity and depth.

What sets Drouhin apart is its early and uncompromising embrace of natural viticulture: organic practices began in the 1980s, and biodynamics followed soon after, guided by the belief that purity of terroir can only shine when the vineyard is in perfect harmony with nature. In the cellar, the approach is one of restraint—minimal intervention, gentle extractions, and a wizardly use of oak—resulting in wines that emphasize finesse, precision, and aromatic complexity rather than sheer power.

Today, the fourth generation—Véronique, Philippe, Laurent, and Frédéric Drouhin—work together to carry the legacy forward, uniting tradition with innovation. Their wines are prized by collectors for their consistency, transparency, and aging potential, but equally cherished by enthusiasts for their accessibility and sheer beauty in the glass. Joseph Drouhin stands as a rare bridge between the breadth of a great négociant and the soul of a domaine rooted in some of Burgundy’s most iconic sites.

The 2023 vintage in Burgundy has quickly earned a reputation as one of the most exciting in recent years, delivering exceptional quality in both whites and reds. The growing season brought warm, even conditions with some late-summer heat spikes, but careful vineyard management and precise harvest timing allowed producers to achieve a rare balance of ripeness and freshness. The whites, particularly Chardonnay, are widely considered the standout: generous in body and texture, yet lifted by bright acidity and mineral energy, they combine the richness of warmer years with the precision and drive of cooler vintages. The reds are beautifully aromatic and charming, with supple tannins, juicy red fruit, and enough depth to age gracefully over the medium term. Importantly, the vintage retains a strong sense of terroir transparency—site and producer style shine through clearly, rewarding attentive collectors who know where to look. With the added context of smaller expected yields in 2024, the 2023s represent not only delicious wines but also an outstanding investment opportunity. They offer immediate drinking pleasure, mid-term cellaring potential, and scarcity-driven value growth, making them a vintage no Burgundy lover should overlook.

Although Joseph Drouhin produces well over fifty wines, we have carefully narrowed their 2023 New Releases to the true standouts—bottles that shine for immediate drinking, long-term cellaring, or investment. Many of these come in painfully limited quantities, with as few as 12 to 18 bottles available, so we strongly encourage you to act quickly—once they are gone, they will not return.

Chablis Grand Cru

Chablis Vaudésir – Special Price $139.99

Chablis Bougros – Special Price $139.99

Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses – Special Price $139.99

Village White

Cote de Beaune Blanc – Special Price $74.99

Premier Cru White

Santenay Gravieres Blanc – Special Price $79.99

Chassagne Montrachet Premier Cru Morgeot Marquis de Laguiche – Special Price $239.99

Puligny Montrachet Folatieres – Special Price $214.99

Beaune Premier Cru Clos des Mouches Blanc – Special Price $269.99

Grand Cru White

Corton Charlemagne – Special Price $414.99

Montrachet Marquis de Laguiche – Special Price $1,399.99

Village Red

Chambolle Musigny – Special Price $144.99

Nuits Saint Georges – Special Price $109.99

Pommard – Special Price $109.99

Premier Cru Red

Santenay Gravieres Rouge – Special Price $74.99

Beaune Greves – Special Price $154.99

Chambolle Musigny Premier Cru – Special Price $214.99

Vosne Romanee Premier Cru – Special Price $269.99

Vosne Romanee Les Petits Monts – Special Price $509.99

Chambolle Musigny Premier Cru Les Amoureuses – Special Price $1,049.99

Grand Cru Red

Corton – Special Price $284.99

Echezeaux – Special Price $559.99

*All the wines above are on US soil and available for December deliveries

If you missed our offer earlier this week on the equally outstanding 2022 vintage and are seeking another cornerstone of Burgundy—one that helped shape the region itself—look no further than Domaine Georges Lignier. Long the quiet guardian of some of the Côte de Nuits’ most prized terroirs, the estate has been elevated under Georges’ nephew, Benoît Stehly. With a deep respect for the land, Benoît revitalized the soils, embraced gentle winemaking, and refined the use of oak, crafting a house style defined by purity, elegance, and finesse. The 2022s stand as his most complete collection yet: concentrated yet ethereal, layered yet precise, and built to age with grace. From the charming Bourgogne Passetoutgrain to the domaine’s quartet of grands crus, Georges Lignier offers Burgundy of rare soul and stature—wines equally at home in the cellar or on the table.

2023 Coteaux Bourguignons Blanc – Special Price: $27.99

2023 Bourgogne Passetoutgrain – Special Price: $29.99

2022 Morey-Saint-Denis – Special Price: $84.99

2022 Gevrey-Chambertin – Special Price: $109.99

2022 Chambolle-Musigny – Special Price: $129.99

2022 Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru “Clos des Ormes” – Special Price: $134.99

2022 Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru “Clos des Ormes” Magnum – Special Price: $299.99

2022 Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru “Les Sorbes” – Special Price: $134.99

2022 Clos-Saint-Denis Grand Cru – Special Price: $329.99

2022 Clos de la Roche Grand Cru – Special Price: $399.99

2022 Clos de la Roche Grand Cru Magnum – Special Price: $849.99

2022 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru – Special Price: $449.99

2022 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru – Special Price: $499.99

All are in NY and ready to ship the first week of October.