Domaine François Carillon

2009 marked the last year the brothers Carillon made wines together under the label Domaine Louis Carillon, their father’s name. From 2010, the family vineyard has been divided between the two brothers, each of whom has created their own domaine. The Carillon name is undoubtedly one of the standard-bearers for chardonnay in the Côte de Beaune. The two brothers are gifted and unwilling to compromise in their efforts to produce spectacular wine. Both Jacques and François will certainly live up to the Carillon name and Maître de Chai represents both brothers in Quebec.

The Carillon vines are old, which explains—alongside the hard work in the vineyard—the stamp of terroir in these wines. The elevages last 18 months in barriques, adding weight and structure. Francois Carillon is actively seeking new plots in Puligny to enhance his holdings. His range will likely expand over the coming years.

Delicious from the outset, those patient (and wise) enough to hold off from opening Carillon’s premier crus for a few years will be rewarded.