Raymond Dupont-Fahn, Bourgogne 'Chaumes des Perrieres', 2022

Raymond Dupont-Fahn represents the new generation of Burgundian winemakers who understand that excellence begins in the vineyard, even at the regional Bourgogne level. His 'Chaumes des Perrieres' comes from a specific lieu-dit within the broader Bourgogne appellation, where the family's Chardonnay vines grow in the Perrieres vineyard—a detail that speaks to the precision with which this young vigneron approaches his craft. Since taking over the family domaine, Dupont-Fahn has quickly established a reputation for producing wines that transcend their appellations, bringing focus and intensity to what might otherwise be considered entry-level Burgundy. The 'Chaumes des Perrieres' exemplifies this philosophy, sourced from a named vineyard site that allows the wine to express genuine terroir rather than generic regional character. This bottling represents Dupont-Fahn's commitment to elevating Bourgogne Blanc beyond its traditional role as an introduction to white Burgundy, offering instea