ProducerSantenay
Domaine Borgeot
ドメーヌ・ボルジョ
Four generations of Santenay mastery with outstanding premier crus Les Gravières and Clos de la Comme
A 24-hectare domaine in Rémigny founded in 1903 and now run by brothers Laurent and Pascal Borgeot, the fourth generation. The estate's vineyards span Bouzeron, Santenay, Chassagne-Montrachet, and Puligny-Montrachet, with half red, half white production. Lutte raisonnée farming. The domaine is known for its Santenay premier crus from Beauregard, Clos de la Comme, and Les Gravières — the latter prized for its gravelly limestone soils and marked minerality.
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Who Is This For?
Lovers of minerally, structured Burgundy seeking both red and white premier crus from a reliable family estate with 120 years of history
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Domaine Borgeot produce both red and white wines?
- Yes — the estate produces roughly equal amounts of red and white, which is unusual for Santenay. Their Santenay Blanc 1er Cru Les Gravières is particularly sought after, offering refreshing minerality from the gravel-over-limestone soils that give the vineyard its name.
- What is the winemaking philosophy of Domaine Borgeot?
- The domaine practices sustainable 'lutte raisonnée' viticulture and employs minimal intervention in the cellar to ensure the wines authentically reflect their specific vineyard terroir.
- Where are the vineyards of Domaine Borgeot located?
- The estate's roughly 24 hectares of vineyards are primarily located in the Côte de Beaune, including key holdings in Santenay, Chassagne-Montrachet, Puligny-Montrachet, and Bouzeron.
- Are Domaine Borgeot wines suitable for aging?
- Yes, the wines are crafted with traditional methods and high-quality fruit, giving them the structure and mineral tension needed for significant aging potential, particularly the Santenay premier crus.