Domaine Dupont-Fahn - Auxey-Duresses 'Les Vireux' Blanc 2023

Domaine Dupont Fahn can be discovered in the picturesque village of Monthèlie, nestled beside the famous wine village of Meursault. The estate encompasses a total of four hectares of vineyards, with one hectare in Monthèlie, one and a half hectares in Meursault, nearly another hectare and a half in Auxey-Duresses, and a small piece of land in Puligny-Montrachet. The talented young winemaker, Michel Dupont, initially developed his winemaking skills on his family’s estate. Notably, his mother comes from an American family with a rich history in wine importing, and it’s through this combination of names that Domaine Dupont-Fahn came into existence.

Raymond Dupont-Fahn, who took over the family vineyard, has made impressive progress in producing wines that surpass expectations. Despite owning only one Premier Cru vineyard in Puligny Les Folatieres, his careful winemaking of various lieux-dits (small vineyard plots) demonstrates exceptional uniqueness and refinement.

Under Raymond’s guidance, there has been a significant reduction in the use of new oak, down from 40% used by his father to just 10%, using barrels no older than three years. He steadfastly avoids the use of pesticides in the vineyards, striving for sustainability, and opts for slightly earlier harvests to craft wines with heightened acidity and lower alcohol content. In summary, these are wines that embody remarkable balance and precision.

Producer: Domaine Dupont-Fahn

Country: France

Region: Burgundy

Varietal: Chardonnay

Appellation: Auxey-Duresses

Vintage: 2023

Size: 750ml