2008 Domaine d'Auvenay, Bonnes Mares Grand Cru

The 2008 Domaine d'Auvenay Bonnes Mares is a singular expression of this storied Grand Cru, reflecting Lalou Bize-Leroy’s unwavering commitment to biodynamic viticulture and microscopic yields. Situated on the southern edge of the climat, the estate’s vines benefit from complex soil profiles featuring both red and white marls, which underpin the site's distinct structural weight. In the 2008 vintage, a challenging and cool growing season necessitated aggressive sorting, ultimately yielding a wine defined by profound tension and structural nerve. The final result is a wine of intense concentration and persistent mineral grip, where the vintage's naturally elevated acidity provides a precise architecture for its dense, fine-grained tannins. Through meticulous vinification and an uncompromising élevage in new François Frères oak, this Pinot Noir reveals the latent power inherent in one of the Côte de Nuits' most expressive sites.