Duroché

History of Domaine Duroché

The history of Domaine Duroché goes back several generations, with the first family bottling dating back to 1933. However, it was the arrival of Pierre Duroché at the helm in 2005 that marked a major turning point for the estate. His father, Gilles Duroché, used to sell a large part of the production to the wine trade. When Pierre took over, he decided to bottle the entire production and propel the estate towards excellence. With a modern vision and a deep respect for tradition, he has undertaken rigorous work in the vineyard and cellar to bring out the full expression of the terroirs.

Pierre has gradually reduced human intervention, favouring natural viticultural practices and meticulous ageing. Thanks to a minimalist approach in the cellar, fermentations using indigenous yeasts and the careful use of new wood, he has been able to refine the style of the estate's wines. Today, his cuvées stand out for their precision, energy and exceptional aromatic purity, making Domaine Duroché one of the key references in Gevrey-Chambertin.

Terroirs and vines of Domaine Duroché

Covering 8.5 hectares, the Domaine Duroché vineyards are mainly located in Gevrey-Chambertin, one of Burgundy's most prestigious terroirs. The estate owns vines in several appellations, including Grands Crus (Chambertin Clos de Bèze, Charmes-Chambertin, Latricières-Chambertin, Griotte-Chambertin) and Premiers Crus (Lavaut Saint-Jacques, Estournelles Saint-Jacques, Les Cazetiers, Les Champeaux).

The vines are worked in an ultra-reasoned way, without the use of insecticides or herbicides. The use of sulphur and copper is limited, and natural methods such as grassing are favoured. The estate also applies massal selection practices to preserve the genetic diversity of the old vines and produce concentrated, expressive grapes.

Vinification at Domaine Duroché

In the Domaine Duroché cellar, the vinification process is designed to best express the uniqueness of each terroir. The grapes are harvested by hand, then carefully sorted to ensure that only the highest-quality berries are kept. Fermentation is carried out using indigenous yeasts, and extractions are moderate to favour finesse.

The wines are matured in oak barrels, with 10-20% new wood, to preserve the aromatic purity of the cuvées. The wines are neither fined nor filtered before bottling, guaranteeing maximum complexity and authenticity.

Domaine Duroché wines

Grands Crus

Chambertin Clos de Bèze: A powerful, mineral and airy wine, marked by aromas of black fruit and spices.

Latricières-Chambertin: A wine that is both seductive and light, combining finesse and depth.

Griotte-Chambertin: Vinified without destemming, this wine is distinguished by its delicate texture and notes of liquorice and black fruit.

Charmes-Chambertin: A perfect blend of elegance, finesse and smoothness.

Chapelle-Chambertin: Produced in tiny quantities, it offers a complex bouquet and a vibrant palate.

Corton Grand Cru: A powerful, structured wine from a parcel worked exclusively by the estate.

Premiers Crus

Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Lavaut Saint-Jacques: A powerful wine requiring extended cellaring to reveal its full potential.

Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Estournelles Saint-Jacques: Combining minerality and spice, this wine perfectly reflects its terroir.

Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Les Cazetiers: Vinified from whole bunches since 2015, offering floral and spicy aromas.

Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Les Champeaux: Elegant and feminine, this wine is accessible in its youth.

Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru Malconsorts: Produced in very small quantities, this structured, complex wine is a rarity.

Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Sentiers: A powerful, concentrated wine, marked by notes of ripe red fruit.

Villages and other appellations

Gevrey-Chambertin Aux Etelois: An elegant, tannic wine with great ageing potential.

Gevrey-Chambertin Les Jeunes Rois: Complex and long on the palate, a wine made for laying down.

Gevrey-Chambertin Le Clos: Well-structured, with spicy, racy notes.

Gevrey-Chambertin Champ: Mineral and fruity, with a fine tension on the finish.

Vougeot: An elegant, refined wine with good structure.

Bourgogne Pinot Noir : A deep, delicious wine made from low yields.

Bourgogne Chardonnay : Vinified as a demi-muid, it stands out for its freshness and aromatic precision.

The village of Gevrey-Chambertin is home to some real winegrowing treasures, embodied by the prestigious estates that shape the excellence of this appellation. As well as the great names you may already know, discover the wines of Arlaud, the finesse of Armand Rousseau, the precision of Claude Dugat and the controlled power of Denis Mortet. Be surprised by the elegance of Dugat-Py, the complexity of Dujac, and the expertise of Harmand-Geoffroy. And don't forget to try the wines of Hubert Lignier, Jérôme Castagnier, Rossignol-Trapet and Sylvie Esmonin, all of whom contribute in their own way to the richness and diversity of this exceptional terroir.

Domaine Duroché is now recognised as one of the most talented producers of Gevrey-Chambertin. Thanks to meticulous work in the vineyards and vinification that respects the terroirs, it produces wines of great purity, both elegant and deep. Whether you're a lover of prestigious Grands Crus or looking for affordable Burgundy wines, Domaine Duroché offers an exceptional range that will appeal to the most discerning palates.