Jean-Yves Bizot

Jean-Yves Bizot

Jean-Yves Bizot is a rare find in Burgundy these days, and we are proud to represent him exclusively in the UK. His strict and uncompromising standards in the vineyards and his enviable old–vine parcels in Vosne-Romanée combine to give us a stellar lineup of miniscule production red Burgundies built for the long haul. Bizot is a professor of viticulture and oenology in Beaune who lives in Vosne across the street from Henri Jayer’s old residence. The two vignerons had neighboring parcels in Vosne and used to discuss vinfication from time to time while working their vines. Bizot decided to adapt some of Jayer’s techniques in his own cellar (in particular whole cluster fermentation at cool temperatures in conical wooden vats) and is now making top-notch Vosne that still flies mostly under the radar. Nowadays, Bizot downplays the influence of Jayer in his winemaking and has forged his own distinct and rigorous philosophy in the vines and the cellar. The wines are approaching DRC in price and quite rightly so.They are indeed perfection and a must for all Burgundy enthusiasts around the world.

Bizot’s wines need time to open up and reveal their character. Even the village A.O.C. Vosne- Romanée will require about five years of aging to appreciate what is to come.. All of his Vosne-Romanées require the patience of a premier cru.

Bizot recently made some exciting purchases in the far north of the Côtes-de-Nuits, terroirs that he believes are under-appreciated by the current generation but were very well known and highly regarded centuries ago–both vineyards are just south of Dijon: Bourgogne “Le Chapitre” and Marsannay “Clos du Roy”,  both are old-vine parcels.  His range is completed by his magnificent Bourgogne Blanc that comes from an old parcel of sélection massale Chardonnay right next to Clos de Vougeot. Bizot’s wines, bottled by hand, barrel by barrel, without filtration, are serious Burgundies for the patient connoisseur, emphasizing purity, subtlety and elegance. Whilst we appreciate reservations, quantities are always limited. We will always try our best to fulfill everyone's wishes.

Wines are available in 3 and 6 bottle cases.

Allocations are limited, so please enquire.

For 2020 Vintage En Primeur wines please enquire.