Domaine Lafouge

Domaine Jean & Gilles Lafouge is a historic family estate based in Auxey Duresses in the Côte de Beaune, where the Lafouge family has been rooted for several generations. Today run by Jean and Gilles Lafouge, the domaine is known for its classical, terroir focused approach to Burgundy, working across a range of appellations including Auxey Duresses, Meursault and Volnay. The vineyards are farmed with careful attention to soil health and balance, with a pragmatic but precise approach that prioritises expression of site over stylistic intervention. The domaine’s holdings sit on the limestone and marl slopes that link Meursault and the upper reaches of the Auxey valley, a transitional zone that produces wines combining structure, freshness and a slightly more rustic, earthy profile than neighbouring appellations. In the cellar, vinification remains traditional, with controlled extraction, native fermentations where possible, and élevage in French oak barrels calibrated to preserve fruit definition and regional identity.