ProducerDomaine Michel Mallard

Michel Mallard and his sons' vineyard is located in the commune of Ladoix-Serrigny, a small village at the junction between the Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits. Vine growers from father to son for five generations, the vineyard has expanded over time and now cultivates 11 hectares. The estate has 11 ha around the Corton hill, producing 16 appellations in total. It is located in the center of Ladoix-Serrigny on the RN974 – the main road through Burgundy – just south of where Côte de Nuits meet Côte de Beaune. Michel Mallard took over from his father in 2005 and is now running the family estate with his parents’ help while also making the wines at  Domaine d’Eugenie.

RegionBurgundy & Chablis Wine Region, France

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