If you’re a fan of fine Burgundy, the wines of Domaine Hubert Lamy are likely no stranger to you. 🌿 Nestled in Saint-Aubin, this beloved, vigneron-favorite estate has a reputation for wines of precision, purity, and a deep respect for terroir.
Saint-Aubin, an appellation historically overlooked has gained recognition due to producers like Lamy. The Domaine’s wines, particularly their premier crus, are known & sought out with cult-like fervor (ourselves included) for their exceptional quality and value, often rivaling those from more famous neighboring appellations. The white wines are vibrant and packed with concentration and energy, while the reds have an ethereal quality, showing more finesse than power.
With viticultural roots dating to 1640, the family has been intertwined in Burgundian winemaking for centuries. Domaine Hubert Lamy was established in 1973, with vineyards centered in Saint-Aubin with holdings in Puligny-Montrachet, Chassagne-Montrachet, and Santenay. The Domaine is now run by husband and wife Olivier and Karine, who took over the Domaine in the mid-1990’s.
Olivier began experimenting with vine density in the early 2000s, believing that closer spacing of vines encourages deeper root growth and results in better terroir expression. He has pioneered high-density plantings (some vineyards have up to 30,000 vines per hectare compared to the usual 10,000). This meticulous approach leads to low yields but incredibly concentrated and complex wines.
While approachable in their youth, Domaine Hubert Lamy’s wines have the structure and balance to age gracefully. The chardonnays develop more complexity with time, evolving from bright citrus and minerality to deeper, richly nuanced, haunting layers of flavor.
