Domaine Rémi Jobard — Meursault: precision, purity & crystalline expression of Burgundy’s terroirs

Nestled in the heart of the village of Meursault, the Domaine Rémi Jobard is a family-run estate celebrated for its white wines of remarkable purity, combining tension, minerality and finesse. A descendant of a long lineage of vignerons, Rémi Jobard took over the family estate in 1991, driven by a meticulous approach to both vineyard and cellar, revealing the authentic expression of each terroir.

Key People

• Rémi Jobard — Owner and winemaker.
• The Jobard family — Established in Meursault for several generations.

Philosophy

Practicing certified organic viticulture since 2008, the estate emphasizes soil health, manual harvesting, and low yields. In the cellar, fermentations rely on indigenous yeasts, and élevage is carried out over extended periods in large foudres or demi-muids, with minimal new oak to preserve transparency, energy and precision.

History & Milestones

• 19th century: The Jobard family settles in Meursault.
• 1950–1980: Gradual expansion and development of the estate.
• 1991: Rémi Jobard takes over, focusing on precision and terroir expression.
• 2008: Official certification in organic farming.
• 2010–2020: Increasing acclaim among collectors and critics for purity and tension in the wines.

Terroir & Viticulture

Location

• Region: Burgundy, Côte de Beaune.
• Main appellation: Meursault (Villages and Premiers Crus).
• Soils: limestone and clay-marl, typical of Meursault, with excellent drainage.
• Climate: temperate continental, with cool nights promoting slow, balanced ripening.

Viticulture

• Certified organic since 2008.
• Gentle plowing and respect for living soils.
• Manual harvesting and strict fruit selection.
• Native yeast fermentations.
• Extended aging (18–22 months) in large Stockinger casks, with minimal new oak.

Style & Tasting

Aromatic profile: citrus fruits, white flowers, stone fruits, wet stone, and a subtle toasted note.
Palate: elegant tension, saline purity, chiselled texture and a vibrant, mineral finish.
Style: markedly linear and less oaked than many traditional Meursaults; crystalline precision and perfect balance.
Cellaring: 10–20 years for Premier Crus, 5–10 years for Villages wines.

Signature Wines

• Meursault Les Tillets — Signature cuvée; mineral tension and crystalline purity.
• Meursault Chevalières — Elegant, aerial and refined.
• Meursault Genevrières 1er Cru — Depth, volume and saline finish.
• Meursault Charmes 1er Cru — Contained richness and aromatic intensity.
• Bourgogne Côte d’Or Chardonnay — Precise and elegant entry-level expression.