Domaine Robert Chevillon — The Classical Depth of Nuits-Saint-Georges
Located in the heart of Nuits-Saint-Georges, Domaine Robert Chevillon stands among the most historic and respected references of the Côte de Nuits. Rooted in a family lineage established since the early 20th century, the domaine has built its reputation on a rigorous understanding of terroir, meticulous viticulture and remarkably consistent winemaking.
Today, the estate is run by Bertrand and Denis Chevillon, representing the fourth generation. Their work preserves a deeply classical vision of Burgundy: wines of structure, precision and longevity, shaped by the diverse climats of Nuits-Saint-Georges and guided by a discreet, respectful approach in both vineyard and cellar.
A benchmark domaine for Nuits-Saint-Georges, Robert Chevillon expresses Pinot Noir with depth, restraint and authenticity. The wines combine firm yet refined structure, mineral energy, pure fruit and impressive ageing capacity, offering one of the most faithful readings of the appellation’s finest Premier Cru terroirs.
Terroir: the great climats of Nuits-Saint-Georges
The domaine covers around 13 hectares, exclusively within the Nuits-Saint-Georges appellation. Its holdings form an exceptional mosaic of climats, including some of the most sought-after Premier Cru vineyards in the village. This diversity allows the estate to express the many faces of Nuits-Saint-Georges, from mineral tension and finesse to density, power and deep structure.
Vineyard work is carried out with respect for natural balance: controlled grass cover, light ploughing, moderate yields, manual harvesting and minimal intervention both in the vineyard and in the cellar. This careful approach preserves the identity of each site and gives the wines their clarity, depth and terroir-driven precision.
Terroir expression: Nuits-Saint-Georges, limestone and clay-limestone soils, Premier Cru depth, mineral tension, dark fruit, spice, firm structure and long ageing potential.
Chevillon signature: classical balance, precision, depth, restrained power, fine tannins, mineral energy and faithful expression of each climat.
Wine style
The wines of Domaine Robert Chevillon are quintessentially Nuits-Saint-Georges: powerful yet refined, built on a fine tannic frame and carried by vivid mineral energy. They show depth without heaviness, structure without austerity, and a remarkable capacity to evolve over many years.
In youth, they often reveal aromas of black cherry, red cherry, raspberry, wild berries, violet, spice and subtle earthy notes. With age, they gain complexity, developing nuances of forest floor, truffle, fine leather, dried flowers, tea leaf, noble earth and savoury spice, while retaining purity, freshness and elegance.
Fruit: black cherry, red cherry, raspberry, wild berries, redcurrant and dark plum.
Flowers and spices: violet, rose, fine spices, pepper, liquorice, tea leaf and subtle floral notes.
Evolution and terroir: forest floor, truffle, noble earth, fine leather, dried flowers, mineral freshness and savoury depth.
Overall impression: structured, refined and deeply Burgundian Pinot Noir, combining concentration, freshness, precision and long ageing capacity.
Vinification and ageing
Vinification at Domaine Robert Chevillon remains traditional and precise. Grapes are fully destemmed, fermentations take place in open vats with indigenous yeasts, and macerations are long enough to build structure while preserving finesse. The objective is not to impose a style, but to reveal the depth and identity of each terroir.
Harvest: manual picking, with careful grape selection.
Vinification: full destemming, indigenous yeast fermentation and open-vat maceration.
Ageing: oak barrel ageing, with around 20 to 30% new oak depending on the cuvée.
Philosophy: precision, patience and respect for terroir, allowing each climat to speak with clarity and depth.
Emblematic cuvées
Nuits-Saint-Georges Vieilles Vignes: bright fruit, depth, purity and classical village structure.
Les Roncières: refined, precise and delicately structured.
Les Bousselots: expressive, balanced and beautifully textured.
Les Chaignots: elegant, lifted and aromatic.
Les Perrières: mineral, tense and finely chiselled.
Les Pruliers: powerful, structured and deeply coloured.
Les Cailles: elegant, silky and one of the domaine’s most refined expressions.
Les Vaucrains: dense, profound, structured and built for long ageing.
Les Saint-Georges: noble, complete and often considered one of the appellation’s greatest terroirs.
Key people
Robert Chevillon remains the historic figure associated with the domaine’s identity and reputation. Today, Bertrand and Denis Chevillon continue the family work, preserving a classical style built on precision, consistency and respect for the great terroirs of Nuits-Saint-Georges.
Region: Burgundy, Côte de Nuits, Nuits-Saint-Georges
Estate: Domaine Robert Chevillon
Vineyard area: around 13 hectares
Appellation focus: exclusively Nuits-Saint-Georges
Grape variety: 100% Pinot Noir
Current generation: Bertrand and Denis Chevillon
Style: structured, refined, mineral, age-worthy and deeply representative of Nuits-Saint-Georges.
In summary: Domaine Robert Chevillon is one of the great classical references of Nuits-Saint-Georges, producing deeply terroir-driven Pinot Noir wines marked by structure, precision, mineral energy and remarkable longevity.
Dominant aromas: black cherry, red cherry, raspberry, violet, fine spices, liquorice, noble earth, forest floor, truffle, leather and a long mineral finish.