Domaine Michel Arcelain has been farming and bottling wine in Beaune for 65 consecutive vintages, and the torch has now passed to Pierre Arcelain, just 29 years old, who learned the craft directly at the side of his grandfather Michel—right up until Michel’s passing last year at the age of 98. This is not “new Burgundy” chasing fashion; this is lived-in knowledge, handed down vine by vine, harvest by harvest. The “Siserpe” parcel sits in prime Beaune real estate, tucked near Clos du Mouches and several top Premier Cru sites, where limestone-rich soils and perfect exposure deliver Pinot Noir of perfume, finesse, and authenticity.

In the glass, this is pure Beaune elegance. Pretty doesn’t even begin to cover it. Red cherry, wild strawberry, rose petal, and violet glide out of the glass, followed by hints of orange peel, tea leaf, and gentle spice. The palate is silky and precise—medium-bodied, finely etched, and beautifully transparent—with just enough savory depth to keep it grounded. It’s the kind of Burgundy that makes you slow down mid-sip, then immediately go back for another. Scarcity only sharpens the edge here: just 40 cases made it to the entire U.S., and once they’re gone, this one slips back into obscurity where wines like this so often live.

This is Burgundy for people who actually drink Burgundy—not trophy hunting, not inflated pricing, just honest, soulful Pinot from a family that’s been doing it right for generations.

Why You’ll Love It

• A true insider find: Estate with 65 vintages, unknown outside Burgundy

• Prime Beaune terroir: 200 meters from Premier Crus Site Clos du Mouches and practically next door to others: Clos Ursules, Clos Saint-Landry, Clos des Avaux and Close de la Mousse Premier Crus

• Hauntingly pretty Pinot: Floral, red-fruited, silky, and quietly complex

How to Serve It

• Light decant or pop-and-pour 20–30 minutes before serving

• Serve at ~58–60°F in Burgundy stems

• Perfect with roast chicken, duck breast, mushroom dishes, or simply on its own