Pierre Girardin: In the Shadow of Grand Crus
In Burgundy, few things matter more than the precise patch of earth from which a wine originates. A few meters can separate an extraordinary village vineyard from one of the world's most coveted Grand Crus, yet the difference in price can be astronomical. Few collections illustrate this fascinating hierarchy quite like these three exceptional 2021 Burgundies from Pierre-Vincent Girardin. From the remarkable Vosne-Romanée lieu-dit Aux Champs Perdrix, situated directly above the legendary La Tâche Grand Cru, to the celebrated Premier Cru Les Rugiens-Bas in Pommard, this collection explores some of Burgundy's most compelling vineyard addresses. Three distinctive expressions of Pinot Noir, united by a single vintage and one of the region's most exciting young winemakers.
Born into one of Burgundy's established winemaking families, Pierre-Vincent Girardin represents a new generation determined to forge its own legacy. The son of renowned vintner Vincent Girardin, he launched his own domaine in 2017, quickly attracting attention for wines that emphasize precision, purity, and an uncompromising expression of terroir. His approach is particularly fascinating in the challenging, low-yielding 2021 vintage, where freshness, aromatic complexity, and vineyard character take center stage. Together, these three bottles offer a rare opportunity to explore the extraordinary nuances of Burgundy through the lens of one rising producer, from the elegance and spice of Vosne-Romanée to the depth and structure of Pommard's legendary limestone slopes.
2021 Pierre Girardin, Vosne-Romanée “Aux Champs Perdrix”
Village | Vosne-Romanée
Few village-level vineyards in Burgundy can claim a more extraordinary address than Aux Champs Perdrix. Situated immediately above the legendary La Tâche Grand Cru, one of the most coveted vineyards in the world, this remarkable site offers a fascinating glimpse into the intricate geography that defines Burgundy's hierarchy. Its elevated position and limestone-rich soils contribute to a distinctive expression of Vosne-Romanée, where elegance, aromatic complexity, and mineral precision take center stage. Pierre-Vincent Girardin's 2021 captures the appellation's signature finesse, with delicate red cherry, wild strawberry, rose petal, exotic spice, and subtle earthy undertones. An exceptional opportunity to explore the terroir surrounding one of Burgundy's most celebrated Grand Crus, through the lens of a rising young winemaker.
2021 Pierre Girardin, Pommard Premier Cru “Les Rugiens-Bas”
Premier Cru | Pommard
Among Pommard's celebrated Premier Cru vineyards, Les Rugiens-Bas stands apart as one of its most prestigious, long admired for producing wines of remarkable depth, structure, and longevity. Its iron-rich, limestone-influenced soils give rise to Pinot Noir with an unmistakable sense of place, combining the appellation's characteristic power with surprising elegance and refinement. In the hands of Pierre-Vincent Girardin, the 2021 vintage reveals layers of dark cherry, raspberry, violet, crushed stone, and savory spice, supported by vibrant acidity and finely structured tannins. Where Vosne-Romanée emphasizes perfume and finesse, Les Rugiens-Bas introduces a more muscular, mineral-driven expression of Burgundy. A compelling example of why this extraordinary Premier Cru has long been regarded among Pommard's finest vineyard sites.
2021 Pierre Girardin, Vosne-Romanée
Village | Vosne-Romanée
Maybe no village in Burgundy commands more reverence than Vosne-Romanée, home to an extraordinary concentration of legendary Grand Crus, including Romanée-Conti, La Tâche, Richebourg, and Romanée-Saint-Vivant. Yet beyond these celebrated vineyards, the village's remarkable terroir produces Pinot Noir prized for its unmistakable combination of perfume, elegance, and complexity. Pierre-Vincent Girardin's 2021 Vosne-Romanée offers a beautiful introduction to this distinguished appellation, revealing aromas of ripe raspberry, red cherry, rose petal, delicate spice, and subtle forest floor. The cooler 2021 growing season lends freshness and precision to its silky texture and refined structure. A captivating expression of one of Burgundy's most prestigious villages, and the perfect foundation for exploring the remarkable differences between these three wines.
