Pale yellow in the glass with green and silver reflections, this wine immediately draws you in with its expressive aromas—fresh citrus, yellow stone fruit, and a subtle mineral edge. Hints of vanilla add complexity, a nod to its élevage in 500L casks with 30% new oak. On the palate, it is smooth and beautifully textured, with flavors of exotic fruit and citrus lingering on a long, rounded finish. Enjoyable in its youth, yet structured for graceful evolution.

The roots of Domaine de l’Évêché stretch deep into Burgundy’s past. The property has been cultivated since the Middle Ages, and was acquired by Jean Baudot in 1936. Baudot initially replaced the vines with fruit trees, building a thriving orchard business. With no heir to continue his legacy, he passed the estate to a passionate young winemaker, Henri Joussier, who replanted the vineyards and released the domaine’s first bottling in 1959.

Vincent joined his father Henri in 1985, further expanding the domaine’s holdings and rejuvenating the Chardonnay and Aligoté vines—varietals that now express themselves beautifully on the stony soils of the “Reviller” appellation. The family’s commitment to excellence continued, with notable expansions in Mercurey (“Les Ormeaux” in 1990 and “Murgers” in 1998). In 2018, their son Quentin joined the domaine, ushering in a new era with modern renovations and renewed energy.

Today, Domaine de l’Évêché spans 35 acres, lovingly tended by Quentin, Sylvie, and Vincent—a testament to the family’s enduring passion for Burgundy’s terroir.