DOMAINE JESSIAUME
BURGUNDY/ Côte de Beaune
The Jessiaume Domain is a 15-hectare vineyard located in Santenay, in the Côte de Beaune region of Burgundy. It was established in 1850 by the Jessiaume family and was owned by Scottish businessman Sir David Murray from 2006 to 2020.
In 2014, a new team arrived at the domain and successfully implemented several changes to the wine production process, including minimizing manipulations and triturations, investing in winery renovations and equipment, and manually harvesting and sorting the grapes. The goal was to produce elegant, fine wines that respect the terroirs and are made with natural yeasts and gentle, controlled extractions.
In 2020, Sir David Murray handed the domain over to Dr. Jean-François Le Bigot, who is passionate about Burgundy and aims to improve the quality of the domain's wines.
The existing team, led by the talented Oenologist and Head of Viticulture William Waterkeyn, remains in place. The vineyards and wines are now organic. New investments are being made in the cellar, including the installation of a thermoregulation system and the selection of barrels from the region’s best cooperages.
The domain's philosophy includes a commitment to organic viticulture and minimal intervention in the production process, with a focus on using gentle methods and working by gravity, natural clarification, and low doses of sulfites.
Owner
Oenologue
Region
Terroirs
Farming
Harvest
Size
Grapes Grown
Website
Vineland Rep.
Jean-François Le Bigot
William Waterkeyn
Burgundy/ Côte de Beaune
Beaune, Santenay, Auxey-Duresses, Rully, Meursault, Volnay, Pommard
Organic
Manual
15 hectares
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
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Maison Jessiaume Bourgogne Chardonnay
Terroir: Bourgogne
Grape Variety: Chardonnay
Vinification: After direct pressing of whole grapes and a decanting step in tanks, the must is directly placed in oak barrels and naturally begins the alcoholic fermentation. The aging is done on the lees in these same barrels for 10 months (0% new wood).
Notes: Beautiful aromatic notes of yellow fruit, ripe apples and pears, and a hint of honey. On the palate, it is rich and full-bodied with good acidity, which gives it a fresh and balanced feel.
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Maison Jessiaume RULLY
Terroir: Rully Village
Grape Variety: Chardonnay
Vinification: After direct pressing of whole grapes and a decanting step in tanks, the must is directly placed in oak barrels. The alcoholic fermentation then naturally begins. The aging is done on the lees in these same barrels for 12 months (15% new wood), followed by 4 to 6 months in tanks.
Notes: On the nose, there is a mixture of yellow and exotic fruits. The palate is pure and clean, with a beautiful acidity and a saline finish.
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Maison Jessiaume SANTENAY
Terroir: Santenay Village
Grape Variety: Chardonnay
Vinification: After direct pressing of whole grapes and a decanting step in tanks, the must is directly placed in oak barrels and naturally begins the alcoholic fermentation. The aging is done on the lees in these same barrels for 10 months (0% new wood).
Notes: After direct pressing of whole grapes and a decanting step in tanks, the must is directly placed in oak barrels. The alcoholic fermentation then naturally begins. The aging is done on the lees in these same barrels for 12 months (20% new wood), followed by 4 to 6 months in tanks.
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Domaine Jessiaume Santenay 1er Cru ‘Les Gravieres’ Blanc
Terroir: Les Gravières is a large vineyard of 29.46 hectares. Its name speaks for itself, as the soil is rich in gravel and limestone from the Combe de Saint-Aubin.
Surface: 1.25 hectares
Exposure: Southeast
Age of Vines: 40 years old
Yield: 40 hl/ha
Soil: Oolithic limestone and marl
Grape Variety: Chardonnay
Vinification: After direct pressing of whole grapes and a decanting step in tanks, the must is directly placed in oak barrels and naturally begins the alcoholic fermentation. The aging is done on the lees in these same barrels for 12 months (30% new barrels), followed by 4 to 6 months in tanks.
Notes: Pure pale lemon. The bouquet contains a suggestion of limestone and is less ripe than some of the purchased grape cuvées. Back to the fresh apple profile. Then on the palate the fruit shows additional ripeness, with plums and a certain sucrosity which is not displeasing. Jasper Morris.
92
2020
JM
93
2020
DECANTER
Domaine Jessiaume Auxey-Duresses 1er Cru ‘Les Ecussaux’
Terroir: Les Ecussaux is a vineyard in Auxey-Duresses with an area of 3.17 hectares. The origin of the name does not come from écus (a type of French coin) but rather from écluse (a type of lock). In fact, a stream, which was probably more significant at the time, is present at the bottom of the plot. A fish farm must have been set up there.
Surface: 0.31 hectares
Exposure: East-Southeast
Age Vines: 30 years old
Yield: 45 hl/ha
Soil: Marl-limestone base
Grape variety: Chardonnay
Vinification: After direct pressing of whole grapes and a decanting step in tanks, the must is directly placed in oak barrels and naturally begins the alcoholic fermentation. The aging is done on the lees in these same barrels for 12 months (25% new barrels), followed by 4 to 6 months in tanks.
Notes: The nose of this wine is rich, with notes of ripe fruit, butter, and hazelnut. The palate is full, with a great length and a beautiful power."
91
2020
JM
93
2020
DECANTER
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Maison Jessiaume Meursault
Terroir: Meursault Village
Grape variety: Chardonnay
Vinification: After direct pressing of whole grapes and a decanting step in tanks, the must is directly placed in oak barrels. The alcoholic fermentation then naturally begins. The aging is done on the lees in these same barrels for 12 months (30% new wood), followed by 4 to 6 months in tanks.
Notes: On the nose, there are notes of ripe fruit and some spices. The palate is mineral and mouth-watering. The wine is very well-balanced, dense and silky without excess.
91
2020
JM
Maison Jessiaume Bourgogne Pinot Noir
Terroir: Bourgogne
Grape variety: Pinot Noir
Vinification: After sorting at the vineyard and winery, the grapes are de-stemmed and then directly placed in tanks. Spontaneous fermentation then begins and lasts for 3 weeks. The wine is then aged in oak barrels for 10 months (0% new wood). No fining is done.
Notes: With its intense color, the Pinot Noir 2020 displays pronounced notes of red fruit. The palate is silky and generous. The wine is tasty and approachable.
92
2020
DECANTER
Domaine Jessiaume Santenay ‘Clos du clos Genet’
Terroir: Le Clos Genet is a vineyard of 8.23 hectares. It is owned by a family of the same name. The particularity of the plot belonging to the Jessiaume Estate is that its vines are enclosed within a Clos separated from the rest of the Clos Genet. So it is a Clos within the Clos Genet.
Surface: 0.53 hectares
Exposure: Southwest
Age of vines: 50 years old
Yield: 35 hl/ha
Soil: Brown limestone and marl
Grape variety: Pinot Noir
Vinification: After sorting at the vineyard and winery, the grapes are de-stemmed and then directly placed in tanks.
A cold pre-fermentation maceration is carried out for 5 days. Spontaneous fermentation then begins and lasts for 3 weeks. The wine is then aged in oak barrels (25% new barrels) for 12 months. No fining is done.
Notes: On the nose, there are notes of ripe plums. The palate is silky, round, and fleshy, enjoyable in its youth.
92
2020
DECANTER
Domaine Jessiaume Santenay 1er Cru ‘La Comme’
Terroir: La Comme is a vineyard of 21.61 hectares located on the border of Santenay and Chassagne-Montrachet in a very windy location, which is beneficial for the health of the harvest and always leads to good ripeness.
Continuing from the Combe de Saint-Aubin, the hilly location of the vineyard gave it its name: "Comme" (meaning "hill" in French).
Surface: 0.18 hectares
Exposure: Southeast
Age of vines: 55 years old
Yield: 35 hl/ha
Soil: Oolithic limestone and marl
Grape variety: Pinot Noir
Vinification: After sorting at the vineyard and winery, the grapes are de-stemmed and then directly placed in tanks.
A cold pre-fermentation maceration of 5 days is carried out, then spontaneous fermentation begins. It lasts for 3 weeks. The wine is then put in oak barrels by gravity (100% 1 year old oak) for 12 months. No fining is performed.
Notes: On the nose, there are notes of tart black fruits, quite rich and complex. The palate is very silky and sophisticated, providing a very good balance and accessibility.
92
2018
WE
Domaine Jessiaume Santenay 1er Cru ‘Les Gravieres’
Terroir: Les Gravières is a large plot of land measuring 29.46 hectares. Its name speaks for itself - the soil is rich in gravel and limestone from the Combe de Saint-Aubin. It is a historic plot for the domain. Their oldest vintages in the cellar come from this plot.
Surface: 3.8 hectares
Exposure: Southeast
Age of vines: 55 years old
Yield: 35 hl/ha
Soil: Oolithic limestone and marl
Grape variety: Pinot Noir
Vinification: After sorting at the vineyard and in the winery, the grapes are destemmed and then immediately put into tanks. A cold pre-fermentation maceration of 5 days is carried out and then spontaneous fermentation begins. The cuvaison (fermentation and aging process) lasts for 3 weeks and the wine is then aged in oak barrels (25% new barrels) for 14 months. No fining (collage) is carried out.
Notes: On the nose, there are notes of ripe cherries and floral touches. The palate is dense and powerful with strong concentration. The intensity is very pleasant, supported by refreshing acidity and slightly firm tannins.
92
2019
DECANTER
90
2019
RP
Domaine Jessiaume Auxey-Duresses
Terroir: This plot is located in the Climat des Ecussaux. Like the Volnay, the rows of vines begin in the lower part of the plot in the Village appellation for 60 meters and end in the 1er Cru (first growth) classification.
Surface: 0.25 hectares
Exposure: East-Southeast
Age of vines: 35 years old
Yield: 45 hl/ha
Soil: Marno-calcareous base
Grape variety: Pinot Noir
Vinification: After sorting at the vineyard and in the winery, the grapes are destemmed and then immediately put into tanks. A cold pre-fermentation maceration of 5 days is carried out. Spontaneous fermentation then begins and the cuvaison (fermentation and aging process) lasts for 3 weeks. The wine is then aged in oak barrels for 12 months (0% new oak). No fining (collage) is carried out.
Notes: On the nose, this wine has a fresh and refined bouquet. The palate is crisp and tart, with notes of strawberries, well-structured tannins, and a beautiful finish. It is generous in style.
90
2018
WE
Domaine Jessiaume Auxey-Duresses 1er Cru ‘Les Ecussaux’
Terroir: Les Ecussaux is a Climat Auxey-Duresses covering an area of 3.17 hectares. The name does not come from écus (a type of coin) but rather from the word "écluse" which means lock in French. In fact, a stream, which was probably more significant at the time, is present at the bottom of the plot. A fish farm must have been installed there.
Surface: 0.41 hectares
Exposure: East-Southeast
Age of vines: 50 years old
Yield: 45 hl/ha
Soil: Marno-calcareous base
Grape variety: Pinot Noir
Vinification: After sorting at the vineyard and in the winery, the grapes are destemmed and then immediately put into tanks. A cold pre-fermentation maceration of 5 days is carried out. Spontaneous fermentation then begins. The cuvaison (fermentation and aging process) lasts for 3 weeks and the wine is then aged in oak barrels for 12 months (20% new oak). No fining (collage) is carried out.
Notes: Freshness reminiscent of tart cherry and red currant is aromatic on the nose of this wine. The palate conveys the purity and freshness of these fruits, presented on a juicy, slender body that adds roundness and generosity. Yet the wine remains almost playful and bright, with a wonderfully light touch. Anne Krebiehl MW
92
2018
WE
93
2018
G&G
MAISON Jessiaume VOLNAY
Terroir: This plot is located in the Climat "Les Brouillards" but in the Village appellation area and not in the 1er Cru (first growth) classification. The particularity is that the rows of vines begin in the Village appellation for the first 50 meters at the bottom and the rest of the plot is in the 1er Cru classification.
Surface: 0.08 hectares
Exposure: Southeast
Age of vines: 50 years old
Yield: 30 hl/ha
Soil: White Argovian limestone
Grape variety: Pinot Noir
Vinification: After sorting at the vineyard and in the winery, the grapes are destemmed and then immediately put into tanks. Spontaneous fermentation then begins. The cuvaison (fermentation and aging process) lasts for 3 weeks. The wine is then aged in oak barrels for 12 months (20% new oak). No fining (collage) is carried out.
Notes: On the nose, this wine has notes of ripe fruit, cherries, and raspberries. The palate shows a beautiful energy thanks to the present acidity. The tannins are silky and the finish is long.
92
2018
WE
Domaine Jessiaume Volnay 1er Cru ‘Les Brouillards’
Terroir: Les Brouillards is a Climat covering an area of 5.63 hectares in the Volnay appellation. The name comes from "Breuillat" meaning the presence of young wood. This must have been the case originally.
Surface: 0.26 hectares
Exposure: Southeast
Age of vines: 55 years old
Yield: 45 hl/ha
Soil: White Argovian limestone
Grape variety: Pinot Noir
Vinification: After sorting at the vineyard and in the winery, the grapes are partially destemmed (30% whole cluster) and then immediately put into tanks. A cold pre-fermentation maceration of 5 days is carried out before beginning spontaneous fermentation. The cuvaison (fermentation and aging process) lasts for 3 weeks and the wine is then aged in oak barrels (25% new barrels) for 14 months. No fining (collage) is carried out.
Notes: Lovely raspberry and blackberry fruit, with a hint of mint, a suggestion of flowers and a note of reduction. The texture is surprisingly plump and round, and the wine lingers attractively on the finish. - Decanter
94
2020
DECANTER
Domaine Jessiaume Pommard 'la combotte'
Terroir: La Combotte is a Climat (a vineyard with a specific terroir) covering an area of 3.81 hectares on the heights of Pommard. Because of its carved configuration, the name "Combotte" (meaning small valley in French) was given to it, referencing Combe (valley in French).
Surface: 0.18 hectares
Exposure: Soutweast
Age of vines: 35 years old
Yield: 30 hl/ha
Soil: Oxfordian marls (Jurassic period)
Grape variety: Pinot Noir
Vinification: After sorting at the vineyard and in the winery, the grapes are destemmed and then immediately put into tanks. A cold pre-fermentation maceration is carried out for 5 days. Spontaneous fermentation then begins. The cuvaison (fermentation and aging process) lasts for a total of 3 weeks. The wine is then aged in oak barrels for 12 months (25% new barrels). No fining (collage) is carried out
Notes: silky wine with a nose of blackberry and a touch of smoke and spice. The palate is fine, without any aggression or sensation of heat
91
2020
JM
93
2020
DECANTER
Domaine Jessiaume Beaune 1er Cru ‘Les cents Vignes’
Terroir: Les Cents Vignes is a Climat (a vineyard with a specific terroir) covering an area of 23.5 hectares in the Beaune 1er Cru appellation. Les Cents Vignes originally comes from "Sanvignes" which meant "village in the forest". Later, the name evolved to "Les Cents Vignes", which is more appropriate as indeed there are vines present.
Surface: 1.16 hectares
Exposure: South
Age of vines: 60 years old
Yield: 35 hl/ha
Soil: Clay-limestone
Grape variety: Pinot Noir
Vinification: After sorting at the vineyard and in the winery, the grapes are destemmed and then immediately put into tanks. A cold pre-fermentation maceration is carried out for 5 days. Spontaneous fermentation then begins. The cuvaison (fermentation and aging process) lasts for a total of 3 weeks. The wine is then aged in oak barrels (25% new barrels) for 14 months. No fining (collage) is carried out.
Notes: On the nose, this wine has notes of rich and concentrated black fruits. On the palate, there is a beautiful acidity present and the tannins are silky and marked.
94
2019
WE
93
2019
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