Domaine Jean Fournier is one of the leading lights in Marsannay, a region often overshadowed by its more famous neighbors. Laurent Fournier, the current steward of the estate, is deeply committed to organic farming and minimal intervention in the cellar, allowing the terroir to express itself fully in each bottle. His wines are characterized by their purity, balance, and the distinct minerality of Marsannay's soils. For those seeking to explore the nuances of Burgundy, Domaine Jean Fournier offers a compelling introduction to the potential of this region.

The 2022 Jean Fournier, Marsannay, Le Pau is pinot noir rendered with both muscle and grace. Le Pau is a cooler site, and in Laurent Fournier’s hands, it yields a wine that feels grounded yet lifted—dark red fruit layered over earth and spice, with a savory edge that builds with air. Farming is organic, as always, and the approach in the cellar is gentle: native yeast fermentation, minimal intervention, and élevage in mostly neutral oak. The result is a wine that carries the quiet power of Marsannay’s best reds—structured, mineral, and just a little wild around the edges, in the best way.

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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.