Domaine Benjamin Passot
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Vosne-Romanée-trained rising star crafting pure, terroir-driven Gamay across five Beaujolais crus since 2017.
Domaine Benjamin Passot is a rising star of northern Beaujolais, founded in 2017 when Benjamin Passot settled on a few parcels in Juliénas after honing his craft on the exceptional terroirs of Vosne-Romanée in Burgundy. The estate has since grown to over five hectares spanning five prestigious crus — Juliénas, Chénas, Chiroubles, Moulin-à-Vent and Morgon. Working without oenological products and farming with minimal intervention, Passot hand-harvests every cuvée with pruning shears and ages his wines for around ten months in barrel following Burgundian tradition. The result is elegant, terroir-driven Gamay with pure fruit and a distinct mineral backbone from the granite-rich soils, approachable in youth yet capable of graceful aging.
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Who Is This For?
Ideal for wine lovers seeking refined, low-intervention Beaujolais crus with Burgundian polish — versatile at the table from casual dinners to fine cuisine.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Domaine Benjamin Passot founded?
- Benjamin Passot founded the estate in 2017, settling on a few parcels in Juliénas after gaining experience on the renowned terroirs of Vosne-Romanée in Burgundy.
- Which appellations does the domaine produce?
- The estate spans over five hectares across five Beaujolais crus: Juliénas, Chénas, Chiroubles, Moulin-à-Vent and Morgon.
- What is Benjamin Passot's winemaking philosophy?
- He works with minimal intervention and no oenological products, hand-harvests every cuvée with pruning shears, and ages the wines for around ten months in barrel in the Burgundian tradition.
- Are Benjamin Passot's wines suitable for aging?
- Yes. The structure and mineral depth from granite soils allow the wines to age gracefully for several years while keeping their fruit purity.
- How do these wines pair with food?
- They are highly versatile, pairing beautifully with grilled fish, soy-sauce-based dishes, charcuterie and lighter meat preparations.