Pierre Morey
Summary
Domaine Pierre Morey is a modest-sized family estate in Meursault crafting primarily Chardonnay-based whites from limestone-rich soils across 10-12 hectares in the Côte de Beaune. The domaine, now transitioning to daughter Anne's leadership, has practiced certified biodynamic viticulture since the late 1990s, employing traditional Burgundian techniques including hand harvesting, native yeast fermentations, and minimal intervention to express their specific terroirs.
Heritage & Leadership
Domaine Pierre Morey stands as a family-owned wine producer based in Meursault, Burgundy. The domaine was established in its current form by Pierre Morey in the 1970s, though the Morey family's viticultural roots in Burgundy extend back to the early 20th century.
Pierre Morey's professional reputation was significantly enhanced during his tenure as régisseur (manager and winemaker) at the prestigious Domaine Leflaive from 1988 to 2008. This two-decade period at one of Burgundy's most respected estates coincided with his development of his own family domaine.
The business operates under two distinct entities: Domaine Pierre Morey for wines produced from their owned vineyards, and Maison Morey-Blanc for their négociant operation, which sources grapes from select growers. Since the early 2000s, a generational transition has been underway, with Pierre's daughter Anne Morey progressively assuming leadership responsibilities within the family business.
Vineyards & Wines
Domaine Pierre Morey manages approximately 10-12 hectares of vineyards distributed primarily across the appellations of Meursault, Monthelie, Pommard, and Volnay. Their holdings include notable premier cru parcels such as Meursault "Les Perrières" and "Les Tessons." The domaine's Meursault vineyards feature the limestone-rich soils characteristic of this appellation, contributing to the mineral expression in their white wines.
Through their négociant arm, Maison Morey-Blanc, they also produce wines from Puligny-Montrachet and Chassagne-Montrachet. The domaine's portfolio spans village-level, premier cru, and occasionally grand cru classifications.
The vineyards are planted exclusively to Burgundy's traditional varieties: Chardonnay for white wines and Pinot Noir for reds. Pierre Morey has built a particular reputation for his Meursault white wines, which demonstrate the balance between richness and mineral precision characteristic of this appellation. Their red wines from Pommard and Volnay exhibit the elegant characteristics associated with these communes.
Philosophy & Practice
Domaine Pierre Morey has been at the forefront of biodynamic viticulture in Burgundy, having implemented these practices since the late 1990s. The estate received Demeter biodynamic certification around 1997-1998, positioning Pierre Morey as one of the early adopters of biodynamic methods in the region.
The winemaking approach adheres to traditional Burgundian techniques. All vineyards are harvested by hand, and fermentations occur naturally using indigenous yeasts. For their white wines, the domaine typically employs moderate oak aging of 12-18 months, with a restrained use of new oak barrels (approximately 20-30%).
The cellar philosophy emphasizes minimal intervention, with limited fining and filtration to preserve the authentic expression of each vineyard site. This commitment to traditional methods and terroir expression has established Domaine Pierre Morey as a reference point for classically styled Burgundian wines.