The Alphonse Mellot Estate
A legacy from a prestigious family
Illustrious wine sellers or winemakers, the members of theMellot familyThey have always been champions of authentic craftsmanship. Their passion matches that of artisans, and their philosophy elevates wine to the status of a true work of art.Alphonse Mellot JuniorHe is aware that wine reflects the actions taken on the land and in the vineyards. Since wine depends largely on nature, all the methods employed are based on the search for balance. Therefore, tireless work is carried out on theAlphonse Mellot estateIt is this rigor that allows for the pure expression of the terroir. It is essential to the creation of a great wine. For them, it is a product of emotion, but also of excellence. Alphonse Mellot's family has expanded its expertise and acquired a solid knowledge of the wine world. The ancestral estate is their pride and joy. They dedicate all their efforts and a great deal of love to it.
Exceptional vintages
Rare precision
Since grape varieties derive their character from the subsoil, working the land is an essential act.Alphonse MellotHe understood this well and ensures that his terroir expresses all its generosity. Whether it's theSauvignon BlancorPinot NoirThe vines receive all the necessary care.
- Size
- Wound care
- Severe bud removal
- Green harvest
Next, the grapes are harvested by hand. They are carefully tended until they reach the press to preserve their original texture. It is thanks to this precision that the grapes can produce a pure wine. The wines are then crafted in the estate's magnificent vaulted cellars. Dozens of generations of winemakers and hundreds of vintages have passed through the walls of this exceptional place. With such a rich history, the wines produced in these cellars can only be exceptional.
A family of wine experts
For over 500 years
Local archives mention the following as early as 1513:Mellot familyThis estate already stood out among wine connoisseurs. Indeed, Louis XIV chose César Mellot as his wine advisor, demonstrating his expertise. Since then, the family business has continued to expand. The tradition has been passed down from generation to generation, and the Alphonse Merlot estate was established in the 19th century. It is in homage to its founding father that, ever since, the eldest members of the family have been named Alphonse. Currently,Alphonse MellotFather and son are the 18th and 19th generations of the family. At the end of the 1980s, the vineyard took a decisive turn by creatingLa Moussièrewhich has become an essential benchmark in the field. The same quality criteria are applied to each plot, allowing the vineyard to obtain organic and biodynamic certification. Today, Alphonse Mellot Junior has positioned the family estate at the pinnacle of global viticulture.
