Gerard Mugneret

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At the heart of Vosne-Romanée, Domaine Gérard Mugneret embodies Burgundian excellence, producing some of the most refined and expressive Pinot Noirs of the Côte de Nuits. This family estate, today under the meticulous direction of Pascal Mugneret, exemplifies the perfect marriage between traditional Burgundian wisdom and progressive viticultural practices. From their prestigious Echezeaux Grand Cru to their carefully crafted Bourgogne Pinot Noir, every wine in their range reflects the estate's unwavering commitment to expressing the pure essence of their exceptional terroirs.

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Gérard Mugneret Echezeaux 2021
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Gérard Mugneret Echezeaux 2021

€348.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€290.00 ex-VAT
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History of Domaine Gérard Mugneret

The history of Domaine Gérard Mugneret begins in the late 19th century, when Eugène Mugneret and his son René laid the foundations for what would become one of Vosne-Romanée’s most respected wine estates. While Eugène acquired the first plots, it was René who truly established the estate’s winemaking legacy, particularly after returning from five years of wartime captivity, during which he had been assigned to a farm in Czechoslovakia.

René Mugneret was a pioneer in his approach to selling wine. He was among the first in the village to build direct relationships with customers, even welcoming them for Sunday lunch after Mass. He and his wife Lucienne had three children: Jean (1938–2010), Jacqueline (1946), and Gérard (1948). Although Jean pursued a career in the French Air Force, Gérard took up the family mantle despite his initial interest in electrical work.

The estate entered a new era under Gérard’s leadership in 1973, although some wines continued to bear René’s labels until 1986. Together with his wife Françoise, Gérard brought further refinement to the wines, developing a more supple, generous style while maintaining the estate’s reputation for excellence. Their partnership proved particularly successful in expanding direct-to-consumer sales, which would come to account for more than 70% of the estate’s business.

The current chapter in the estate’s history began in 2005, when Pascal Mugneret took the reins after a career in industry and specialized training at the CFPPA in Beaune. Though he initially "returned out of curiosity," Pascal has led with passion and innovation, particularly in his adoption of sustainable viticulture and minimalist winemaking.

Terroirs and Vineyards of Domaine Gérard Mugneret

Today, Domaine Gérard Mugneret spans 7.06 hectares of exceptional Burgundian terroir, planted primarily with Pinot Noir alongside a few plots of Gamay. The estate’s holdings extend across several prestigious appellations, including the coveted Echezeaux Grand Cru and premiers crus in Vosne-Romanée, Chambolle-Musigny, and Nuits-Saint-Georges.

Under Pascal’s leadership, the estate has followed organic and biodynamic practices since 2011, although it is not certified. His approach to viticulture is notably forward-looking and includes:

Minimal intervention in the soil

Using cover crops to support soil health naturally

Incorporating plant-based and whey treatments to reduce sulfur use

Maintaining tall hedgerows (1.7 meters)

Preserving the apical buds

Creating a private vine conservatory for future massal selections

The estate’s commitment to preserving genetic diversity is particularly remarkable. Rather than replanting entire plots, it favors replacing individual vines, and has undertaken an extensive massal selection program over the past decade. This dedication to preserving old vines and genetic diversity culminated in the establishment of its private vine conservatory in April 2020.

Winemaking at Domaine Gérard Mugneret

The winemaking philosophy at Domaine Gérard Mugneret embraces both tradition and innovation, with Pascal implementing several significant changes since taking the helm:

Harvest and Fermentation:

Using 20% to 100% whole clusters, depending on the vintage and cuvée

Fermentation with indigenous yeasts, without added yeast

Minimal intervention during fermentation (3–4 punch-downs in total)

Precise timing of operations according to lunar and planetary cycles

Aging:

12–18 months in oak barrels

Judicious use of new oak (10–100%, depending on the cuvée)

Minimal sulfur dioxide additions:

 No additions during winemaking

 First addition typically in spring, as cellar temperatures rise

 Total SO2 at bottling kept to a remarkable 15–20 ppm

Although technically "natural," this approach to winemaking focuses on producing precise wines that express their terroir rather than adhering to any dogma.

The Cuvées of Domaine Gérard Mugneret

Grand Cru

Echezeaux Grand Cru: The jewel of the estate, characterized by restrained power, density, and the complexity typical of Grands Crus. It combines the finest qualities of Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Boudots and Vosne-Romanée Les Suchots, with added complexity and length.

Premiers Crus

Vosne-Romanée Les Brulées: A deep, austere wine with substantial depth and mineral precision. More cerebral than hedonistic, it emphasizes the expression of its terroir.

Vosne-Romanée Les Suchots: Exemplifies generosity and suppleness, with remarkable breadth and elegance. A consistently approachable wine that perfectly balances complexity with immediate pleasure.

Nuits-Saint-Georges La Richemone: Shows volume and substance without heaviness. Made without sulfur and aged in used barrels, yielding a vibrant, elegant wine with impressive length.

Nuits-Saint-Georges Aux Cras: Combines the classic structure of Nuits with the elegance of Vosne, using around 60% whole clusters and 40% new barrels.

Chambolle-Musigny Les Charmes: Combines precision and restrained power with distinct minerality, offering red fruit aromas accented by floral notes.

Savigny-les-Beaune Les Gravains: A distinctive expression of Savigny, both earthy and ethereal, with notable depth and elegant tannins despite lower measured acidity.

Village

Vosne-Romanée Précolombière: A precise, elegant wine with lovely tension and airy aromas. Made with 70% whole clusters and subtle use of new barrels.

Vosne-Romanée Aux Vigneux: From two plots planted in the 1930s, offering depth and precision with floral, fruity, and spicy notes.

Vosne-Romanée Quatrain: A harmonious blend of four terroirs, combining the vertical structure of southern plots with the generous fruit of northern sites.

Gevrey-Chambertin: Shows increasing finesse and complexity with each vintage, offering focus and firmness without austerity.

Regional wines

Bourgogne Les Rouges Champs: A special single-plot selection offering remarkable quality for its appellation level.

Bourgogne Pinot Noir: An emblematic estate wine that showcases the pure expression of Pinot Noir from sites on alluvial fans.

Pourpre: A renamed Passetoutgrain blending Pinot Noir and Gamay, with an emphasis on freshness and enjoyment.

Du Blanc dans les Rouges: A distinctive white wine from 70-year-old vines, blending Chardonnay, Aligoté, Pinot Blanc, and Pinot Beurot.

Vosne-Romanée, home to some of Burgundy’s greatest Pinot Noirs, boasts a constellation of exceptional estates that contribute to its worldwide renown. Among these illustrious names are Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair, Domaine Emmanuel Rouget, heir to Henri Jayer’s expertise, Domaine Anne Gros, Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux, Domaine Bizot, Domaine Méo-Camuzet, Domaine Mongeard-Mugneret, Domaine Mugneret-Gibourg, Domaine Georges Noëllat, Domaine Nicole Lamarche, Domaine Prieuré Roch, and Domaine Sylvain Cathiard. Each of these estates, a true jewel of the village, carries forward the excellence of this blessed land.

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