Chantal Remy
Summary
Chantal Remy is a small-scale Burgundian producer crafting exclusively Pinot Noir wines from distinguished vineyard holdings in Morey-Saint-Denis and Gevrey-Chambertin, where limestone-clay soils contribute to each wine's distinctive character. Her winemaking philosophy emphasizes traditional methods including native yeast fermentations, gentle handling techniques, and patient barrel aging, resulting in wines that transparently express their specific vineyard origins.
Heritage & Leadership
Chantal Remy assumed control of her family's historic Domaine Louis Remy in the early 1990s following the passing of her father. The domain, based in Morey-Saint-Denis, had been in the Remy family for generations with holdings in some of Burgundy's most distinguished vineyards. In 2008, Chantal sold the family domaine to Domaine des Lambrays but continued producing wines under her own name "Chantal Remy." This transition marked a significant shift in her winemaking career, allowing her to focus on a more personal expression of her family's traditional winemaking philosophy while maintaining access to exceptional vineyard sites.
Vineyards & Wines
Chantal Remy works with vineyards primarily in Morey-Saint-Denis and Gevrey-Chambertin. Her portfolio includes wines from the Grand Cru Clos de la Roche and Latricières-Chambertin, along with Premier Cru sites in these appellations. The vineyards feature the classic limestone-clay soils of the Côte de Nuits, with variations in limestone content and subsoil structure contributing to the distinctive character of each wine. Her production remains deliberately small, focusing on quality over quantity, with meticulous attention paid to each parcel. The wines are known for their purity of fruit expression and their ability to reflect the specific terroir of each vineyard site.
Philosophy & Practice
Chantal Remy adheres to traditional Burgundian winemaking methods, emphasizing minimal intervention to allow the terroir to speak clearly through her wines. In the vineyard, she focuses on maintaining low yields and achieving optimal ripeness through careful canopy management. Her winemaking approach includes gentle handling of the fruit, native yeast fermentations, and judicious use of oak aging to complement rather than overwhelm the wine's natural characteristics. Remy's wines typically undergo extended aging in French oak barrels, with the percentage of new oak carefully calibrated according to the vintage and vineyard. This patient, detail-oriented approach results in wines that express both the vintage conditions and the distinct character of their vineyard origins.