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Winemaker: Jean-Luc Dubois

There is no better representative of the underappreciated-yet-dazzling Burgundian terroir than Domaine Dubois. Chorey-lès-Beaune, and its sister appellation, Savigny-lès-Beaune, are an insider's secret to vibrant, earthy and stunning value Burgundy. Once you discover Dubois, you will certainly agree that for price/quality, Chorey and Savigny can't be beat.

Every vintage we visit Jean-Luc's petite cellars to select the finest wines from his older barrels and tank to bottle, unfined and unfiltered, as our "Cuvee Unique" bottlings.  Packed with fruit yet true to terroir, Dubois works magic in top-notch vineyards that are still surprisingly little known to alleged lovers of the Cote d'Or. We say, good for us and for you—our selections at Dubois are a delicious secret worth keeping.

The terroir secret of “Clos Margot” is that it sits on a special vein of gravel that runs through Chorey; this added stony influence gives the wine more definition and precision. “Les Picotins” is pure Savigny—a rustic, enticing nose of sous-bois and red fruits make way for a juicy, decadent mouthful that is pure Pinot Noir pleasure at its most satisfying. 

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Dubois Beaune 1er Cru Bressandes 2010 France / Côte de Beaune-Burgundy "Bressandes" is always a more concentrated premier cru, with the vineyard’s chalky brown and sandy soils giving the wine a richly textured feel on the palate. Salty-sweet notes of plum sauce and bright cherries show on the nose. Flavors are complex and juicy, with layers of red plums, red berries and licorice. Call 1-800-266-6585 to inquire.

Dubois Beaune 1er Cru Cent Vignes Cuvee Unique 2010 France / Côte de Beaune-Burgundy A seriously seductive premier cru. Earthy, rich aromas of autumn leaves and mushrooms mix with a saturated, ripe layer of fresh red berries; the mouth is long and frothy, with more berries and baking spices. Call 1-800-266-6585 to inquire.

Dubois Chorey-les-Beaune Clos Margot 2010 France / Côte de Beaune-Burgundy "Clos Margot" is always one of our favorite selections from Dubois, and conveniently enough it is also always a stunning deal for Burgundian Pinot Noir. Pure red berries mix with cinnamon and licorice on the lively nose. The mouth is juicy and well balanced, with a good mix of cherry and pomegranate fruit underlined with some earthy notes and spice. $31.50

Dubois Ladoix La Combe Cuvee Unique 2010 France / Côte de Beaune-Burgundy Red and black cherries explode on the nose, with good mineral notes and suggestions of warm earth. Lacy and pure, with more cherries and black raspberries on the mouth; the vintage comes through loud and clear here with a wonderful fresh, almost crunchy, sensation of fresh summer fruits and spices. Call 1-800-266-6585 to inquire.

Dubois Savigny-les-Beaune Les Picotins 2010 France / Côte de Beaune-Burgundy This peerless village vineyard delivers a broader, juicier Pinot with plenty of stony definition in its aroma. Some of Jean-Luc’s oldest vines—many over 75 years old—make up the soul of this vineyard. Earthy, rich aromas of autumn leaves and mushrooms mix with fresh red berries; the mouth is ripe and precise, with berries and baking spices. Call 1-800-266-6585 to inquire.

Dubois Beaune 1er Cru Bressandes 2009 France / Côte de Beaune-Burgundy Of our two premier cru selections from Dubois, "Bressandes" is the more concentrated, with its chalky brown, sandy soils giving Pinot Noir more texture in the mouth. Complex, juicy layers of plums and smoked beef on the mouth; there's lots of spice and endlessly silky Pinot purity. A gorgeous wine and one that will reward well in the cellar, too. $51.00

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