Lamy Caillat

History of Domaine Lamy-Caillat

Founded in 2008, Domaine Lamy-Caillat was born from a unique opportunity: an octogenarian neighbor offered Sébastien Caillat and Florence Lamy the chance to take over 1.2 hectares of vines in Chassagne-Montrachet. This personal project quickly became a benchmark in the world of Burgundy wines, thanks to the couple's expertise and passion. Sébastien, a civil engineer by training, brings methodical rigor to viticulture, while Florence, from the Lamy-Pillot family, perpetuates a family know-how rooted in Burgundian tradition. Together, they have created a domaine in their image: minimalist, sincere, and devoted to the essential.

In 2011, their first cuvée was born, marking the beginning of a meteoric rise. Their approach, which favors time and patience, contrasts with modern production logic. In parallel, the couple continues to manage Domaine Lamy-Pillot, where Sébastien oversees vinification, but it is in their micro-domaine that they fully express their artisanal vision. Today, Domaine Lamy-Caillat is celebrated by critics, with exceptional ratings from references such as The Wine Advocate and Vinous, confirming its status as a confidential gem of Burgundy.

Terroirs and Vineyards of Domaine Lamy-Caillat

The vineyards of Domaine Lamy-Caillat, exclusively planted with Chardonnay, extend over 1.2 hectares distributed between Chassagne-Montrachet and Saint-Aubin. Cultivated using organic methods (not certified), they benefit from meticulous care, reflecting the couple's philosophy: "small parcels, great care". Each parcel, from massal selections aged 40 to 65 years, is planted at high density (10,000 vines per hectare), promoting exceptional concentration of grapes. Here is an overview of the domaine's terroirs:

Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru La Romanée: Located at 307-315 meters altitude, this 0.224-hectare parcel, planted in 1961, rests on shallow soils. Exposed to cool nights and warm afternoons, it produces tense wines, long on the palate, evoking a historic Roman road.

Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru Les Champs Gains: On 0.113 hectares planted in 1980, this medium-depth terroir produces powerful, round, and opulent wines, taking their name from rich lands conducive to a "second harvest".

Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru Les Caillerets: This 0.549-hectare parcel, planted in 1960 and 1982, is characterized by stony marl. It offers rich, harmonious wines with a depth worthy of a grand cru.

Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru La Grande Montagne: On 0.144 hectares at 308-318 meters altitude, this well-exposed hillside, planted in 1972, gives tense wines, close to La Romanée, but with a warmer touch.

Chassagne-Montrachet Village Pot Bois: Located at 295-305 meters, this 0.235-hectare parcel, planted in 1963, produces pure and straight wines thanks to its eastern orientation and cooler climate.

Saint-Aubin En l'Ebaupin: This steep hillside of 0.303 hectares, planted in 2015, benefits from a strong thermal amplitude, offering chiseled and delicious wines, marked by the legend of hawthorn.

Bourgogne Les Grandes Corvées: On 0.25 hectares planted in 1990, this stony terroir gives aerial and light wines, located on the edge of Chassagne-Montrachet.

These carefully maintained terroirs allow the domaine to produce wines that fully express the identity of Burgundy.

Vinifications at Domaine Lamy-Caillat

Vinification at Domaine Lamy-Caillat is a model of craftsmanship and tradition. Faithful to a minimalist approach, the couple favors natural methods to allow the wine to reveal its potential. The grapes, sorted in the vineyard, are pressed using a mechanical Vaslin press, allowing optimal extraction of skins, pulp, and polyphenols. Fermentations, carried out with indigenous yeasts, take place slowly in cold and humid cellars, promoting prolonged malolactic fermentation.

The aging process, lasting a minimum of 24 months, is a signature of the domaine. The wines spend one year in oak barrels (20% new barrels) without bâtonnage, then an additional year in stainless steel tanks to preserve their freshness. This patient approach allows for natural clarification, making filtration unnecessary. Bottling is done by hand, and the addition of sulfur, minimal, takes place three months before bottling. Finally, Sébastien has developed an innovative double waxing system for bottles, reducing oxidation and ensuring long aging potential. Every detail, from premium cork stoppers to artisanal waxing, reflects the domaine's commitment to excellence.

The Cuvées of Domaine Lamy-Caillat

Domaine Lamy-Caillat produces seven exceptional cuvées, all made from Chardonnay and vinified with the same rigor. Here is an overview of the wines available for purchase:

Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru La Romanée: Produced at approximately 1,400 bottles per year, this cuvée seduces with its tension and length on the palate. The shallow soils and unique exposure of the terroir impart mineral notes and rare elegance. Ideal for lovers of complex wines with long aging potential.

Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru Les Champs Gains: With only 750 bottles per year, this cuvée offers an opulent texture and generous roundness. Its powerful profile makes it a perfect choice to accompany rich dishes.

Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru Les Caillerets: Produced at 3,500 bottles, this cuvée is the jewel of the domaine, often compared to a grand cru. Its aromas of pear, citrus, and fresh bread, combined with a chalky finish, make it an exceptional wine (rated 95-97 by The Wine Advocate for the 2020 vintage).

Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru La Grande Montagne: With 960 bottles per year, this wine shares similarities with La Romanée, but offers a warmer touch, ideal for lovers of balanced and tense wines.

Chassagne-Montrachet Village Pot Bois: Produced at 1,500 bottles, this cuvée seduces with its purity and straightness, thanks to its cool terroir and eastern orientation. An excellent value for discovering the domaine.

Saint-Aubin En l'Ebaupin: With 2,000 bottles per year, this wine from young vines (2015) surprises with its vivacity and deliciousness, perfect for delicate dishes.

Bourgogne Les Grandes Corvées: Produced at 1,300 bottles, this aerial and light cuvée is ideal for immediate tasting, while retaining aging potential.

These wines, prized for their intensity and balance, are available in limited quantities, making them rare and sought-after bottles.

Domaine Lamy-Caillat is a true gem for lovers of white Burgundy wines. Thanks to an artisanal approach, deep respect for terroir, and meticulous vinification, Sébastien Caillat and Florence Lamy produce cuvées of incomparable elegance and tension. Whether you are looking for an exceptional Premier Cru like Les Caillerets or a more accessible wine like Les Grandes Corvées, each bottle tells a story of passion and tradition. To purchase these rare wines at the best price, explore our selection and immerse yourself in the unique world of Domaine Lamy-Caillat, a domaine that redefines excellence in Burgundy.