Awards/Ratings

Noted scores for the 2002 vintage include: Wine Advocate (Robert Parker) ~92. Pierre Rovani cited ~94 and Wine Spectator reported ~96; Jancis Robinson ~18/20; Vinous ~91+. Sources: Idealwine auction and listings, Cru Wine, VinsGrandsCrus and Domaine summaries

Tasting Note

Yellow fruit and pear with almond, honeyed minerality, saline citrus and subtle oak; powerful, concentrated and very long finish with bright mineral tension.

Food Pairing

Western: roast chicken, lobster with butter, scallops, creamy poultry dishes, soft cheeses. Asian: steamed fish with soy/ginger, sashimi/sushi, miso‑glazed cod, delicate dim sum.

Production Method

Estate-grown, biodynamic viticulture; hand-harvested Chardonnay, barrel fermentation/ageing with significant new oak and extended élevage.

Vineyard Info

Domaine d'Auvenay (Lalou Bize‑Leroy) is a tiny, highly regarded biodynamic producer based in Saint‑Romain, owning small Les Clous parcels within Auxey‑Duresses. Known for low yields and meticulous winemaking.