Jean Tardy

Domaine Jean Tardy is now recognised as one of the leading producers in the Côte d'Or today. The vineyards he inherited from his father in 1970 were entirely leased from Domaine Méo-Camuzet, and, 30 years later, these still make up the majority of Jean's holdings. He has over the years added to these and the domaine now has 5 hectares of vineyards in Nuits-St-Georges, Vosne Romanée and Chambolle-Musigny.

Jean Tardy works closely with his son Guillaume who is proving to be the new driving force behind this domaine. Jean Tardy has essentially a simple approach to winemaking - "It all rests," he says, "on a small crop and on healthy fruit." He destems all his fruit before subjecting the grapes to a long, slow fermentation. All the wines are now matured in 100% new-oak barrels. These are rich, concentrated wines that show considerable flair, as well as much finesse and harmony.