Antonin Guyon, Domaine
Summary
Domaine Antonin Guyon is a family-owned Burgundy estate operating from Savigny-lès-Beaune with 50 hectares across 17 appellations, producing Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines from diverse terroirs spanning both the Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune. Their winemaking balances traditional Burgundian methods with selective modern techniques, featuring hand-harvesting, partial destemming for reds, and a measured oak aging program that prioritizes authentic terroir expression.
Heritage & Leadership
Domaine Antonin Guyon was established in 1961 by Antonin Guyon, who began acquiring vineyard parcels in the Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune regions of Burgundy. The domaine has remained family-owned, with Dominique Guyon, Antonin's son, taking over management of the estate in the 1980s. The family's commitment to Burgundy viticulture spans multiple generations, with the domaine gradually expanding its holdings through strategic acquisitions of quality vineyard sites.
The domaine is headquartered in Savigny-lès-Beaune, where their winery facilities are located. Under the Guyon family's direction, the estate has maintained a focus on expressing the distinct terroirs of their various vineyard holdings. The management structure includes Vincent Nicot as the technical director and winemaker, who works closely with the Guyon family to maintain continuity in their winemaking approach while implementing refinements to their techniques.
Vineyards & Wines
Domaine Antonin Guyon manages approximately 50 hectares of vineyards spread across 17 appellations in both the Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune. This diverse portfolio includes holdings in several prestigious sites, including Grand Cru parcels in Corton-Charlemagne and Corton-Bressandes, as well as Premier Cru vineyards in Gevrey-Chambertin, Chambolle-Musigny, Savigny-lès-Beaune, Pernand-Vergelesses, and Meursault.
In the Côte de Nuits, the domaine's vineyards include parcels in Gevrey-Chambertin "La Justice" and "Les Bons Batons," Chambolle-Musigny "Les Cras," and Nuits-Saint-Georges "Les Herbues." Their Côte de Beaune holdings feature Savigny-lès-Beaune Premier Cru "Les Peuillets," Pernand-Vergelesses Premier Cru "Les Vergelesses," and Aloxe-Corton Premier Cru "Les Fournières."
The vineyards are planted primarily to Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, with vine age varying across the different parcels. The soils range from limestone-clay mixtures in the Côte de Beaune to more limestone-dominant compositions in certain Côte de Nuits sites. The domaine produces approximately 250,000 bottles annually across their range of wines, which spans village, Premier Cru, and Grand Cru designations.
Philosophy & Practice
Domaine Antonin Guyon adheres to traditional Burgundian winemaking practices while incorporating modern techniques where beneficial. Their approach in the vineyard emphasizes careful management of each parcel according to its specific characteristics. Harvest is conducted by hand, with rigorous sorting both in the vineyard and at the winery to ensure only the highest quality fruit enters production.
For red wines, the domaine typically employs partial destemming, with the percentage varying by vintage and vineyard site. Fermentation occurs in temperature-controlled tanks, followed by aging in French oak barrels. The proportion of new oak is calibrated according to the wine's appellation level and the character of the vintage, generally ranging from 20% for village wines to 50% for Grand Crus. White wines are pressed gently and barrel-fermented, then aged on their lees with regular bâtonnage (stirring) during the early months.
The domaine's winemaking philosophy centers on minimal intervention, allowing each terroir to express its distinctive characteristics. Wines typically age for 12-18 months in barrel before bottling without fining and with only light filtration when necessary. This measured approach to vinification and élevage reflects the domaine's commitment to producing wines that faithfully represent their origins while maintaining structural integrity for aging.