Nestled in the quiet village of Premeaux-Prissey, just south of Nuits-Saint-Georges, Domaine Jean-Jacques Confuron embodies a deeply rooted family tradition in Burgundy. Over the past century, this estate has gradually grown into one of the most respected names in the Côte de Nuits, not through flashy expansion or market strategy, but through quiet persistence, uncompromising viticulture, and a profound respect for terroir.
Today, the domaine is under the stewardship of Sophie Meunier and her husband Alain, with the next generation led by their son Louis. The family philosophy remains unchanged: to craft wines that are true to their origin, precise in expression, and built to age gracefully.
The estate’s 8.5 hectares include prestigious parcels in Romanée-Saint-Vivant and Clos de Vougeot, along with well-placed premiers crus in Chambolle-Musigny, Vosne-Romanée, and Nuits-Saint-Georges. All vineyards are farmed organically, with a quiet discipline that avoids certification in favor of flexibility and fidelity to each plot’s needs. Some vineyards are plowed by horse, a choice that reflects care for soil vitality rather than nostalgia.
In the cellar, the family leans on traditional methods: fruit is usually destemmed (although Louis tends to include a bit of whole clusters in some cuvées), gently handled, and vinified with long, cool macerations. Élevage is thoughtful, using new oak judiciously (more for structure than signature), and bottling is done without filtration to preserve texture and purity.
There is energy in these wines: a sense of restraint and refinement that seems to come not just from the vines or the land, but from the people who shape them. Domaine Jean-Jacques Confuron doesn’t seek attention; it earns admiration through consistency, clarity of purpose, and an unwavering belief in Burgundy’s ability to speak for itself.
