Domaine du Roc des Boutires - Pouilly-Fuissé Grange Murger 2023

The Parinet family, owners of Château du Moulin-à-Vent, acquired this 4.2-hectare estate in the village of Pouilly in 2016. Management—from the vineyards to winemaking—was entrusted to Brice Laffond, who was already in charge of their property in Beaujolais. Their vineyard consists mainly of old vines, cultivated using organic methods but without certification. The first vintages suggest that this is set to become one of tomorrow’s leading estates—the emergence of a new and serious competitor in the Mâconnais region. The 2017 vintages were featured in the previous edition of our guide alongside the wines from Château du Moulin-à-Vent. Wines from Cras, Chailloux, and Bouthières will quite naturally become future Premier Crus of Pouilly-Fuissé. The 2018 vintages continue this young estate’s upward trajectory in quality; they beautifully showcase their terroirs through well-suited aging profiles.

Rich and full-bodied, this white wine offers aromas of peach, apple, honeysuckle, butter, and baking spices. Well-balanced, it maintains a lovely presence from start to finish, supported by an enticing acidity. Enjoy now through 2028.

The 2023 Pouilly-Fuissé La Grange Murger offers a very balanced bouquet, blending aromas of yellow fruit with subtle mineral notes, enhanced by a hint of sea spray. On the palate, it is fresh and lively, with pronounced acidity and granite-like accents, leading to an almost austere finish that lingers on the palate. This wine exudes a sophistication that should allow it to age well. 2025–2035