Philippe Pacalet, Beaune

For over two decades, Philippe Pacalet has crafted some of Burgundy's most authentic wines through his uncompromising low-intervention approach. A former winemaker at Domaine Prieuré Roch, Pacalet now produces terroir-driven Pinot Noirs that stand comfortably side by side with his former employer's creations. His signature style - old vines, whole-bunch fermentations, and neutral oak ageing - yields wines of remarkable purity, with sun-kissed fruit and vibrant energy that perfectly express their prestigious origins.

While never chasing acclaim, Pacalet's work has earned recognition among true connoisseurs, being named one of Le Figaro's Top 50 Winemakers in France (2023) and receiving near-perfect scores from La Revue du Vin de France. His wines stand apart in an era of homogenization - not by power or pretence, but through their eloquent honesty and effortless grace. In Pacalet's hands, Burgundy speaks with uncommon clarity, reaching the souls of those who enjoy his marvelous wines.