L Arlot

Domaine de l'Arlot (Nuits-Saint-Georges, Burgundy)

An absolute benchmark for elegance in the northern Cote de Nuits, celebrated for its legendary "monopole" vineyards (exclusive single-estate ownership) and a uniquely silky, perfumed style.

Quick Facts for Consumers

  • Style: Pure, aromatic, and light-footed with an almost "Vosne-Romanée-like" floral lift. Even though Nuits-Saint-Georges is famous for rustic and tough wines, l'Arlot is globally prized for its satiny textures and stunning aromatic complexity.
  • The Rare Whites: While 95% of the estate is Pinot Noir, l'Arlot produces one of the most coveted and ultra-rare white wines in the entire Cote de Nuits: a 100% Chardonnay from the Clos de l'Arlot Premier Cru.
  • Elite Leadership: The estate has been owned by AXA Millésimes (the elite group behind Bordeaux's Château Pichon Baron) since 1987. Today, it is masterfully directed by Burgundy native Géraldine Godot, who has preserved its classical, minimal-intervention identity.

The Estate at a Glance

Estate Size ~15 Hectares, centered around Premeaux-Prissey
Farming Fully Biodynamic since 2003, emphasizing old vines (many 50 to 70+ years old) and 100% hand-harvesting.
Winemaking Purely traditional: gravity-fed cellars, native yeast fermentation, and a hallmark partial whole-cluster fermentation (stems included) which adds an explosive rose petal and tea-leaf perfume.
Prized Monopoles Clos des Forêts Saint Georges 1er Cru (deep, muscular, age-worthy red)
Clos de l'Arlot 1er Cru (silky, elegant red and mineral-driven rare white)
Critical Acclaim Frequently designated with Outstanding! and Sweet Spot awards from Burghound. Master of Wine Jasper Morris and The Wine Advocate consistently praise its text-book transparency and balance.