Beaune Grèves Vigne de l'Enfant Jésus

About this wine

Bouchard's crown jewel monopole — a 3.7-hectare plot within Beaune Premier Cru Grèves. The name 'Vigne de l'Enfant Jésus' dates to the Carmelite nuns who once tended the vineyard. It produces silky, floral Pinot Noir with red fruit, sous-bois, and extraordinary aging potential of 20+ years.

Sommelier's Note

"The Enfant Jésus is the most precise expression of Beaune terroir in a glass. Younger vintages can feel almost impossibly silky; give it 8–10 years and you get earthy, truffle-laced complexity that no other Premier Cru in Beaune can match."

Food Pairings

Perfect with roasted pigeon, duck confit, truffle risotto, and aged Époisses cheese.

When to drink it

Special occasion dinner, anniversary, or as a cellar investment for long-term aging.

Specs

Grape Varieties

Pinot Noir

Style

Red

Price Range

¥15,000–¥25,000 (current vintage)

Terroir & Winemaking

Monopole, Beaune Premier Cru Grèves, 3.7 ha. Harvested by hand, aged 15–18 months in Allier oak barrels (30–40% new oak). Unfined and unfiltered.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vigne de l'Enfant Jésus a monopole?

Yes. Bouchard Père & Fils is the sole owner of the entire 3.7-hectare Vigne de l'Enfant Jésus plot within Beaune Premier Cru Grèves.

What does Vigne de l'Enfant Jésus taste like?

At 5–8 years it shows red cherry, violet, and silky tannins. After 12+ years, earthy complexity and Burgundy's signature sous-bois emerge alongside truffle-laced depth.

Why is the wine named after the Infant Jesus?

The Carmelite nuns of Beaune tended this plot from the 17th century and named it 'Vigne de l'Enfant Jésus.' Bouchard acquired it in the 18th century and preserved the historic name.