Heresztyn-Mazzini, Domaine
Summary
Domaine Heresztyn-Mazzini is a boutique Burgundian producer based in Gevrey-Chambertin, where Florence Heresztyn and husband Simon Mazzini craft primarily Pinot Noir wines from their modest but impressive holdings across village, premier cru, and grand cru sites with varying soils and microclimates. The couple has thoughtfully integrated traditional Burgundian techniques with contemporary practices while transitioning to organic viticulture, representing a new generation that honors heritage while implementing innovations that enhance quality and sustainability.
Heritage & Leadership
Domaine Heresztyn-Mazzini represents the evolution of a traditional Burgundian estate based in Gevrey-Chambertin, one of the most distinguished communes in the Côte de Nuits. The domaine emerged when Florence Heresztyn and her husband Simon Mazzini assumed leadership of the Heresztyn family estate, marking a new chapter while maintaining continuity with the established Heresztyn winemaking tradition.
The estate's foundations lie in the multi-generational Heresztyn family domaine, with Florence representing the continuation of her family's viticultural heritage in Burgundy. Simon Mazzini, with his Italian background, joined Florence in this venture, bringing complementary perspectives to their shared winemaking approach. Together, they guide all aspects of the domaine's operations, from vineyard management to winemaking decisions.
Vineyards & Wines
Domaine Heresztyn-Mazzini's vineyard holdings are concentrated primarily in Gevrey-Chambertin, with additional parcels in neighboring Morey-Saint-Denis. The estate manages vineyards across several hectares, including parcels classified at village, premier cru, and grand cru levels within the Gevrey-Chambertin appellation.
The domaine's portfolio focuses predominantly on Pinot Noir, the signature red grape variety of Burgundy's Côte de Nuits. Their range of wines reflects the diverse terroirs of Gevrey-Chambertin, with each bottling expressing the distinct characteristics of its vineyard origin. While red wines constitute the majority of their production, the domaine also produces a limited quantity of Chardonnay-based white wines.
Philosophy & Practice
At Domaine Heresztyn-Mazzini, vineyard management has been moving toward organic and sustainable practices since Florence and Simon assumed leadership. Their approach to viticulture emphasizes respect for the land and minimal intervention to allow for authentic expression of terroir.
In the winery, the domaine employs a thoughtful combination of traditional and modern techniques. Grapes are harvested and sorted by hand to ensure optimal quality and ripeness. Fermentation takes place in a combination of stainless steel and wooden vessels, followed by aging in French oak barrels. This balanced methodology reflects their commitment to honoring Burgundian winemaking traditions while incorporating selective contemporary practices to enhance quality.