Bouchard Vigne de l’Enfant Jésus Explained — The Best Beaune 1er Cru?

Not a Grand Cru — but one of the most compelling Beaune 1er Cru wines:
Vigne de l’Enfant Jésus by Bouchard Père & Fils.

In this video, I share three vintages from my cellar — 2010, 2012, and 2015 — and explore why this monopole vineyard in Beaune remains one of the most fascinating wines in the Côte de Beaune.

🍷 Wines featured:
00:00 Intro — A Burgundy That Changed Everything
00:46 Why Vigne de l’Enfant Jésus Is Special
02:19 Aromatic and Flavour Profile
02:52 Vigne de l’Enfant Jésus 2010
03:27 Vigne de l’Enfant Jésus 2012
04:01 Vigne de l’Enfant Jésus 2015

We explore:
– The history of Vigne de l’Enfant Jésus and its link to Louis XIV
– What makes this Beaune 1er Cru terroir unique
– How the wine evolves across vintages
– Its tasting profile and ageing potential
– Price evolution over time

Located within Beaune 1er Cru Les Grèves, this monopole vineyard produces Pinot Noir wines known for their silky texture, red fruit purity, and refined structure — often rivaling Grand Cru Burgundy.

If you’re interested in Burgundy wine, Beaune Premier Cru, or Bouchard Père & Fils, this is a bottle worth understanding.

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