Harmand-Geoffroy
Summary
Domaine Harmand-Geoffroy is a family-owned estate in Gevrey-Chambertin managed by father-son team Gérard and Philippe Harmand, cultivating 9 hectares of limestone-clay vineyards dedicated to Pinot Noir across village, premier cru, and their prized Mazis-Chambertin grand cru parcels. Their traditional approach includes restricted yields, native yeast fermentations in open-top wooden vats, and hierarchical oak aging (16-18 months), producing approximately 30,000 bottles annually that authentically express the powerful yet elegant character of their northern Gevrey-Chambertin terroirs.
Heritage & Leadership
Domaine Harmand-Geoffroy traces its roots to the late 19th century in the village of Gevrey-Chambertin, where the Harmand family established their winemaking tradition. The domaine has remained family-owned and operated throughout its history, with knowledge and techniques passed down through generations. Currently, the estate is managed by Gérard Harmand alongside his son Philippe, who joined the family business in the early 2000s after completing his viticultural studies. This father-son partnership represents the continuation of family stewardship that has defined the domaine's approach to Burgundian winemaking. Their headquarters and cellars are situated in the heart of Gevrey-Chambertin, serving as both production facility and family home.
## Vineyards & Wines
Domaine Harmand-Geoffroy's holdings span approximately 9 hectares across Gevrey-Chambertin, focused primarily on the village's northern sector. Their portfolio includes parcels in several premier cru vineyards, notably Lavaux Saint-Jacques, La Perrière, and Champeaux, along with a small but significant holding in the grand cru Mazis-Chambertin (0.4 hectares). The domaine's vineyards feature the classic limestone-clay soils of the Côte de Nuits, with variations in the proportion of limestone, marl, and clay contributing to the distinctive character of each site. Their vines average 40-50 years in age, with some parcels containing vines exceeding 80 years. The domaine produces exclusively Pinot Noir wines, crafting approximately 30,000 bottles annually across their range of appellations, from Bourgogne Rouge to their prized Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru.
## Philosophy & Practice
The Harmands maintain a traditional approach to viticulture and winemaking, emphasizing minimal intervention in both vineyard and cellar. Their viticultural practices focus on maintaining low yields through careful pruning and canopy management to ensure optimal ripeness and concentration. In the winery, fermentations occur with native yeasts in traditional open-top wooden vats, with gentle extraction methods employed to preserve the delicacy and terroir expression of their Pinot Noir. The wines undergo aging in French oak barrels for 16-18 months, with new oak usage varying by appellation level—typically 20-25% for village wines, 30-40% for premier crus, and up to 50% for their grand cru. The Harmands bottle their wines unfined and with minimal filtration only when necessary. Their production methods reflect a commitment to expressing the specific character of each vineyard site while maintaining the classic structure and aging potential that has long characterized the wines of Gevrey-Chambertin.
Vineyards & Wines
Domaine Harmand-Geoffroy's holdings span approximately 9 hectares across Gevrey-Chambertin, focused primarily on the village's northern sector. Their portfolio includes parcels in several premier cru vineyards, notably Lavaux Saint-Jacques, La Perrière, and Champeaux, along with a small but significant holding in the grand cru Mazis-Chambertin (0.4 hectares). The domaine's vineyards feature the classic limestone-clay soils of the Côte de Nuits, with variations in the proportion of limestone, marl, and clay contributing to the distinctive character of each site. Their vines average 40-50 years in age, with some parcels containing vines exceeding 80 years. The domaine produces exclusively Pinot Noir wines, crafting approximately 30,000 bottles annually across their range of appellations, from Bourgogne Rouge to their prized Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru.
## Philosophy & Practice
The Harmands maintain a traditional approach to viticulture and winemaking, emphasizing minimal intervention in both vineyard and cellar. Their viticultural practices focus on maintaining low yields through careful pruning and canopy management to ensure optimal ripeness and concentration. In the winery, fermentations occur with native yeasts in traditional open-top wooden vats, with gentle extraction methods employed to preserve the delicacy and terroir expression of their Pinot Noir. The wines undergo aging in French oak barrels for 16-18 months, with new oak usage varying by appellation level—typically 20-25% for village wines, 30-40% for premier crus, and up to 50% for their grand cru. The Harmands bottle their wines unfined and with minimal filtration only when necessary. Their production methods reflect a commitment to expressing the specific character of each vineyard site while maintaining the classic structure and aging potential that has long characterized the wines of Gevrey-Chambertin.
Philosophy & Practice
The Harmands maintain a traditional approach to viticulture and winemaking, emphasizing minimal intervention in both vineyard and cellar. Their viticultural practices focus on maintaining low yields through careful pruning and canopy management to ensure optimal ripeness and concentration. In the winery, fermentations occur with native yeasts in traditional open-top wooden vats, with gentle extraction methods employed to preserve the delicacy and terroir expression of their Pinot Noir. The wines undergo aging in French oak barrels for 16-18 months, with new oak usage varying by appellation level—typically 20-25% for village wines, 30-40% for premier crus, and up to 50% for their grand cru. The Harmands bottle their wines unfined and with minimal filtration only when necessary. Their production methods reflect a commitment to expressing the specific character of each vineyard site while maintaining the classic structure and aging potential that has long characterized the wines of Gevrey-Chambertin.