Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux and Domaine Charles Lachaux
Same hands. Different intent.
At a glance, these two labels bear the same last name, the same cellar, and the same guiding mind. But look closer and you’ll find two distinct worlds—one rooted in legacy, the other in personal conviction.
Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux is the estate: a historic 14.5-hectare domaine stewarded today by Charles Lachaux, whose quiet revolution in the vineyard has transformed the family’s already respected holdings into some of the most sought-after wines in Burgundy. With regenerative farming, vertical pressing, and whole-cluster fermentations, Charles has elevated these wines into a new class.
In a region built on nuance, Pinot Fin is a rarity worth noting—a heritage clone of pinot noir known for its tiny, millerandé berries and deep, concentrated character. It’s notoriously fickle to work with, which makes it a perfect match for Charles Lachaux, whose entire approach is rooted in doing the hard thing well.
This is a Bourgogne in name only. Sourced from 2.2 hectares of vines in Chambolle-Musigny, Vosne-Romanée, and Nuits-Saint-Georges—including parcels planted as far back as 1959—the wine is vinified with 100% whole clusters and aged in neutral oak. It’s luminous and finely wrought, with layers of red fruit, spice, and forest floor. There’s lift and texture, but also quiet depth—like the hum beneath a piece of music you can’t stop thinking about.
Today, Arnoux-Lachaux is one of Burgundy’s most sought-after domaines, its wines drawing comparisons to the likes of Leroy and DRC. Pinot Fin isn’t just a cuvée; it’s a statement. And in Charles’s hands, it’s also a promise: that even the most humble appellations can carry the weight of greatness.
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These wines are pre-arrival with an estimated arrival date of late June. During warmer months orders are placed on hold, your wines will ship as weather permits and the daily range is consistently between 45 and 74 degrees. Please note pre-arrival sales are non-refundable as suppliers require us to make binding commitments and deposits to secure the wine.
