{"title":"Domaine Lucien Boillot \u0026 Fils","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"domaine-lucien-boillot-fils-les-pruliers-nuits-saint-georges-premier-cru-2011","title":"Domaine Lucien Boillot \u0026 Fils Les Pruliers Nuits Saint Georges Premier Cru 2011","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDomaine Lucien Boillot \u0026amp; Fils Les Pruliers Nuits Saint Georges Premier Cru 2011\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 750ml Burgundy Pinot Noir from the esteemed Les Pruliers Premier Cru vineyard in Nuits-Saint-Georges. Sourced from vines now well over one hundred years old, this 2011 vintage represents a compelling snapshot of an often-underrated Burgundy growing season shaped by early warmth and a moderate harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: ~13%  |  Origin: Nuits-Saint-Georges, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy, France  |  2011 Vintage  |  Premier Cru  |  Domaine Lucien Boillot \u0026amp; Fils\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDomaine Lucien Boillot \u0026amp; Fils is run today by Pierre Boillot, who has maintained a philosophy rooted in minimal intervention and patient winemaking. Grapes from the Les Pruliers lieu-dit are fully destemmed and fermented using native yeasts, allowing the vineyard's character to express itself without the imposition of cultured strains. Élevage takes place in oak barrels with roughly 30% new wood, and Pierre Boillot places great emphasis on lees enrichment — the wine is never bottled before the second spring following harvest, and it goes to bottle without filtration. The century-old vines in Les Pruliers deliver naturally concentrated fruit with deep root systems that tap into the iron-rich, stony clay soils characteristic of this south-facing slope on the southern end of the Nuits-Saint-Georges appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose unfurls with plums and blackberries before revealing layers of rose petal, mint, and black cherry. Deeper, more savory undercurrents of liquorice and animal notes develop with time in the glass, signaling the maturity of this 2011 vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is supple and medium-bodied, with dark cherry and plum fruit meeting a thread of floral intensity on the mid-palate. Dense yet delicate layers of dark fruit build through the center, framed by fine-grained tannins and a quiet mineral tension that reflects the iron-rich terroir of Les Pruliers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is moderately long and savory, with lingering impressions of liquorice, dried herbs, and earthy spice. A subtle meatiness and soft tannic grip carry the close, inviting another sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Les Pruliers 2011\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt over a decade of age, this wine is best served slightly below room temperature — around 60–64°F — in a large-bowled Burgundy glass to let the evolved aromatics open fully. Decanting for 30 to 45 minutes can help integrate any remaining tannin and lift the bouquet. This is a wine built for the table rather than the cocktail shaker, and it shows its best alongside food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a Burgundy collector with a mature, ready-to-drink Premier Cru\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA centerpiece bottle at a dinner featuring roasted game or duck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExploring the character of the 2011 Burgundy vintage through a serious terroir-driven producer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding a vertical tasting of Lucien Boillot Les Pruliers across multiple vintages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Les Pruliers 2011 taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e This wine delivers a core of dark plum and black cherry fruit woven with floral notes like rose petal, complemented by savory elements of liquorice, mint, and earthy, almost animal-like complexity from bottle age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Les Pruliers 2011 compare to Domaine Robert Chevillon Les Pruliers?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both producers farm the same Premier Cru vineyard, but Lucien Boillot's approach of 100% destemming, native-yeast fermentation, and unfiltered bottling tends to yield a slightly more refined, floral style. Chevillon's Les Pruliers is often noted for broader structure and denser tannic architecture, making the two excellent contrasts from identical terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Les Pruliers 2011 good for drinking now?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — at over a decade of age, the 2011 vintage has reached a drinking window where primary fruit has integrated with secondary savory and earthy complexity, making it rewarding to open now through the next several years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Les Pruliers 2011 made?\u003c\/strong\u003e This wine is produced by Domaine Lucien Boillot \u0026amp; Fils in the Côte de Nuits subregion of Burgundy, France. The Les Pruliers vineyard is a Premier Cru climat situated on the southern slopes of the Nuits-Saint-Georges appellation, known for its stony, iron-rich clay soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Les Pruliers 2011?\u003c\/strong\u003e Roasted duck breast complements the wine's dark fruit and savory depth. Braised lamb shoulder echoes its earthy, meaty undertones. A classic coq au vin mirrors Burgundian tradition. Aged Comté or Époisses cheese highlights the wine's lingering spice. Wild mushroom risotto ties into the forest-floor complexity that emerges with bottle age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Les Pruliers 2011 come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard bottling is 750ml, which is the widely available format for this Premier Cru.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Les Pruliers 2011 worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e This wine positions in the mid-to-upper tier of Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru pricing, and the combination of century-old vines, unfiltered production, and over a decade of bottle age adds tangible value that distinguishes it from younger or less site-specific Burgundy offerings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Les Pruliers 2011?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe defining feature of this wine is the extraordinary age of its source vines — now well over a century old — which deliver a concentration and depth of root extraction that younger plantings simply cannot replicate. Pierre Boillot's hands-off cellar philosophy, including native-yeast fermentation, extended lees contact, and unfiltered bottling, preserves the vineyard's voice with unusual clarity. The 2011 vintage, while not among Burgundy's most celebrated, produced wines of charm and early accessibility that have aged gracefully into a savory, complex drinking window. 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What distinguishes this wine is its origin: Pierre Boillot acquired the Les Perrières parcel in 2006 by trading prized Volnay vines, making it an uncommon white in a domaine celebrated primarily for reds from the Côte de Nuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 13.5%  |  Origin: Puligny-Montrachet, Burgundy, France  |  Vintage: 2016  |  Producer: Domaine Lucien Boillot \u0026amp; Fils\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDomaine Lucien Boillot \u0026amp; Fils is headquartered in Gevrey-Chambertin, a village more commonly associated with powerful Pinot Noir than white wine. When a small parcel in Les Perrières came up for sale in 2006, Pierre Boillot — the domaine's current steward — offered a plot of his Volnay vines in exchange, ultimately securing the site despite opposition from local Puligny residents who resisted an \"outsider\" acquiring such a prestigious vineyard. The Premier Cru Les Perrières climat sits on limestone-rich, stony soils — the name itself references \"pierre\" (stone) — producing wines of pronounced minerality and structure that set them apart from the rounder, more fruit-forward expressions typical of neighboring Puligny vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with a floral lift before moving into bright lemon and orange citrus tones. There is a subtle stony undertone that hints at the vineyard's chalky limestone terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e On the palate, citrus and white fruit dominate the entry, giving way to a pronounced rocky minerality at mid-palate. The wine carries notable volume and roundness, balanced by a steely, mouth-watering acidity with a limey edge. Layered and complex, it unfolds gradually across the palate despite a relatively light frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is long and persistent, with lingering mineral tension and a subtle floral echo. A fine thread of acidity carries the flavors well past the last sip, keeping the wine precise and taut.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Les Perrières 2016\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine is best served neat in a proper white Burgundy glass at around 12–14°C (54–57°F), allowing its layered aromatics to open fully. Given its Premier Cru pedigree and mineral complexity, it rewards patient sipping without embellishment. If paired with food rather than cocktails, lean into dishes that complement its stony citrus profile — see the pairing suggestions below.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a serious Burgundy collector seeking lesser-known domaine bottlings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA special dinner centered on refined seafood or poultry courses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCellaring as a benchmark of the well-regarded 2016 Burgundy white vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExploring the rare white wine side of a domaine renowned for its Côte de Nuits reds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Les Perrières 2016 taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It leads with lemon and white fruit flavors wrapped around a core of steely, rocky minerality, balanced by vibrant acidity and a long, floral finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Les Perrières 2016 compare to Henri Boillot Clos de la Mouchère?\u003c\/strong\u003e Henri Boillot's Clos de la Mouchère is a monopole parcel within Les Perrières, typically produced in larger volumes with broader critical coverage. Lucien Boillot's bottling comes from a small, separately acquired parcel in the same vineyard and tends toward a leaner, more mineral-driven expression rather than the weightier, more oak-influenced style often associated with Henri Boillot's wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Les Perrières 2016 good for cellaring?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — the 2016 vintage in white Burgundy produced wines with excellent acidity and structure, and this Premier Cru bottling has the mineral backbone and concentration to develop further complexity over the next several years in proper storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Les Perrières 2016 made?\u003c\/strong\u003e The grapes are grown in the Les Perrières Premier Cru vineyard in the commune of Puligny-Montrachet, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy, France. The wine is produced and bottled by Domaine Lucien Boillot \u0026amp; Fils, based in Gevrey-Chambertin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Les Perrières 2016?\u003c\/strong\u003e Grilled Dover sole benefits from the wine's citrus acidity and mineral weight. Roast chicken with a lemon-herb jus mirrors its aromatic profile. Raw oysters or ceviche echo the stony, saline character of the wine. A mature Comté or Gruyère cheese complements its richness without overwhelming the delicate finish. Lobster risotto with a touch of saffron provides a luxurious textural match.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Les Perrières 2016 come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e This wine is available in the standard 750ml bottle format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Les Perrières 2016 worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e This bottling positions as a premium Premier Cru white Burgundy from a small-production domaine. Given the rarity of the parcel within Lucien Boillot's otherwise red-dominant portfolio and the high quality of the 2016 vintage, it represents strong value relative to more widely marketed Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru bottlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Les Perrières 2016?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe story of this wine begins with an unusual acquisition — Pierre Boillot traded Volnay vines, a significant sacrifice, to secure a tiny foothold in one of Puligny-Montrachet's most mineral-driven Premier Cru sites. That determination shows in the glass: this is not a soft, crowd-pleasing white Burgundy but a taut, stony, vertically structured Chardonnay built around limestone and acidity. As a rare white wine from a domaine defined by its Gevrey-Chambertin and Volnay reds, it offers a genuinely different perspective on Puligny-Montrachet terroir. 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