Coquard Loison Fleurot, Domaine
Summary
Domaine Coquard Loison Fleurot is a family-owned Burgundy producer based in Flagey-Echézeaux, managing 10 hectares of limestone-clay vineyards across prestigious Côte de Nuits appellations, focusing exclusively on Pinot Noir production. Under winemaker Thomas Colladot's leadership since 2010, the estate has transformed from grape selling to complete estate bottling, employing traditional Burgundian techniques with thoughtful modern refinements that have quietly elevated their wines to new heights of precision and terroir expression.
Heritage & Leadership
Domaine Coquard Loison Fleurot represents the union of three Burgundian families whose viticultural roots in the region stretch back generations. The domain in its current form took shape in the late 20th century, bringing together vineyard holdings from the Coquard, Loison, and Fleurot families. Since 2010, the domain has been under the winemaking direction of Thomas Colladot, who has quietly transformed the estate's approach while respecting its traditional foundations.
Based in Flagey-Echézeaux, the domain maintains a deliberately low profile despite possessing an impressive portfolio of vineyard holdings. The transition to Colladot's leadership marked a significant turning point, with the domain shifting from primarily selling grapes to négociants to estate-bottling their production. This change has allowed for greater quality control and a more defined expression of their terroirs.
Vineyards & Wines
Domaine Coquard Loison Fleurot manages approximately 10 hectares of vineyards spread across some of Burgundy's most distinguished appellations. Their holdings include parcels in the Grand Crus of Echézeaux, Grands-Echézeaux, Clos de la Roche, Clos Saint-Denis, and Charmes-Chambertin. The domain also cultivates Premier Cru sites in Vosne-Romanée and Chambolle-Musigny, along with village-level plots in Gevrey-Chambertin, Morey-Saint-Denis, and Chambolle-Musigny.
The vineyards feature the classic limestone-clay soils of the Côte de Nuits, with variations in the limestone-to-clay ratio depending on the specific site. All plantings are Pinot Noir, with vine ages varying across the different parcels. The domain's Grand Cru parcels, while individually small, collectively form the backbone of their production and reputation.
Philosophy & Practice
Under Thomas Colladot's direction, the domain employs traditional Burgundian winemaking techniques with thoughtful modern refinements. Harvest is conducted by hand with careful sorting both in the vineyard and at the winery. Fermentation occurs with native yeasts in traditional open-top wooden vats, with gentle extraction methods preferred to preserve the delicacy and site-specificity of each wine.
The aging program typically involves 12-18 months in French oak barrels, with the percentage of new oak carefully calibrated according to the hierarchy of appellations—generally higher for Grand Crus and more restrained for village wines. Minimal intervention during the winemaking process is prioritized, with limited fining and filtration before bottling.
The domain's approach emphasizes transparency of terroir, with each bottling designed to reflect its specific site rather than a heavy winemaking signature. This philosophy has resulted in wines that combine precision with traditional Burgundian character, highlighting the distinctive qualities of each vineyard parcel.