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White dry
Located in one of the highest parts of the appellation, this vineyard benefits from limestone soils and higher elevation, producing a Chardonnay with pronounced minerality, precision, and elegance.
The aroma reveals notes of lime, pear, and white peach, complemented by white flowers, chalk, flint, and subtle hints of toasted bread. With time in the glass, delicate spice and nutty nuances emerge, while the bouquet remains pure and precise.
On the palate, the wine displays a taut structure, vibrant acidity, and pronounced minerality, characteristic of Chardonnay grown on higher slopes. Concentrated fruit is balanced by a refined texture, leading to a long finish marked by citrus freshness, chalky minerality, and a subtle saline note.
The name “Champ Gain” refers to land reclaimed from the forest. The vineyard is situated in one of the highest Premier Cru sites in Puligny-Montrachet, where clay and limestone soils, together with a cooler microclimate, preserve acidity and shape the wine’s distinctive mineral character.
Alcoholic and malolactic fermentation take place in French oak barrels. The wine is aged for approximately 12 months in barrel, around 22% of which are new, followed by a further seven months of maturation before bottling.
Serve at a temperature of 11–13 °C; pairs well with Burgundy snails with parsley butter, pike with butter sauce, and veal blanquette.
Domaine François Carillon is one of the families continuing the winemaking traditions of Puligny-Montrachet, with a history in the region dating back to the 16th century. François Carillon represents the eleventh generation of the winemaking family and founded his own estate in 2010 following the division of the family domaine. From the beginning, his approach has been clear – to create wines that express the individual character of each Burgundy vineyard site as precisely as possible.
Today, Domaine François Carillon manages around 16 hectares of vineyards in the Côte de Beaune region, mainly across Puligny-Montrachet, Chassagne-Montrachet, and Saint-Aubin. The estate is primarily focused on ‘Chardonnay’, with a portfolio covering regional, village, and Premier Cru appellations. Among the most important are Puligny-Montrachet, Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru “Champ Canet”, “Les Perrières”, “Les Referts”, as well as other historic lieux-dits.
François Carillon’s viticultural philosophy is based on respect for the soil and the natural balance of the vineyard. Herbicides have not been used at the estate since 1992, the soils are worked mechanically, and each parcel is managed individually according to its exposure, soil composition, and vine condition. The aim is not maximum yields, but healthy grapes capable of expressing the character of their terroir.
In winemaking, François Carillon seeks to maintain a balance between Burgundy traditions and a pure expression of fruit. ‘Chardonnay’ is fermented and aged in French oak barrels, but oak influence is used with restraint to ensure it does not overshadow the minerality and identity of each vineyard site. Ageing on lees adds texture to the wines, while extended maturation before bottling helps preserve structure and harmony.
Today, Domaine François Carillon is recognised for its precise and restrained Puligny-Montrachet style – wines where the focus is not on power, but on elegance, minerality, and a clear expression of the character of each individual site.
