Domaine Hubert Lamy

Here there is gravel over limestone and some new oak (30 percent) has been permitted. There is a beautiful lightness of touch, none of the slightly firm, earthy character that can appear in red Santenay. The finish is surprisingly lush and the tannins suave. Drink 2021-2026.
Adam Bruntlett, Burgundy Buyer

There have been Lamys growing vines in St Aubin since 1640 – today the domaine is run by Olivier Lamy in succession to his father Hubert. Olivier ceased supplying négociants in 1997, grubbing up and selling off peripheral vines, keeping only the best and oldest sites. He has been experimenting with different planting densities in a quest to capture an even greater expression of terroir. Every single one of Olivier Lamy’s vineyards in St Aubin was completely frosted; only Santenay escaped. In a strange way, this was a benefit because, when the vines began to re-flower, they did so all at the same time and there was an homogeneity of growth and maturity. Furthermore, without two differently maturing sets of grapes to contend with, the crop made up the two-week delay imposed by the frost and Olivier was able to start harvesting in Santenay on 15th September, finishing his Bourgogne Blanc from his highest vineyards in St Aubin 10 days later. Olivier suggests the style is like a lighter version of 2014. Overall his production is down about one third.

This vineyard is also home to Olivier’s extraordinary high-density Chardonnay at 28,000 vines per hectare, but on the lower slopes he has some Pinot Noir. The wine saw 50 percent whole-bunch, as usual, producing a fresh and juicy example of 2017. Drink 2021-2024.


This is another small harvest for Olivier. There was frost again in 2017 for the vineyards closest to Puligny and Oliviers detailed vineyard work on the vines badly frosted in 2016 has restricted this years yield as well. For some cuves, volumes in white for 2017 are half that of the already paltry 2016. Olivier began harvesting before his neighbours, which is not unusual, on 25th August, but he likes the style of the vintage, in particular the extra density on the palate. His reds he defines as croquant (crunchy).

The clue is in the name of the vineyard, where there is some gravel, and also clay in the upper part, which is where Olivier has his Pinot Noir. The wine has good ripeness and even a sense of lushness on the midpalate. Not at all angular; this is very well-judged. Drink 2020-2024.


This is another small harvest for Olivier. There was frost again in 2017 for the vineyards closest to Puligny and Oliviers detailed vineyard work on the vines badly frosted in 2016 has restricted this years yield as well. For some cuves, volumes in white for 2017 are half that of the already paltry 2016. Olivier began harvesting before his neighbours, which is not unusual, on 25th August, but he likes the style of the vintage, in particular the extra density on the palate. His reds he defines ascroquant (crunchy).

45 year old vines. Mid purple with a pleasing gentle dark red fruit nose, after a trace of reduction blows off. When tasted in October the wine was still very backward but it will certainly come round.
Jasper Morris, MW - Wine Buyer

This is a blend of Olivier’s various village parcels. The volume is way down; only five barrels instead of 20, and he declassified a lot to Bourgogne Blanc. This is very fresh, with plenty of racy acidity, very much like the 2014, but without some of the flesh. Drink 2019-2022.
Adam Bruntlett, Wine Buyer

There have been Lamys growing vines in St Aubin since 1640 – today the domaine is run by Olivier Lamy in succession to his father Hubert. Olivier ceased supplying négociants in 1997, grubbing up and selling off peripheral vines, keeping only the best and oldest sites. He has been experimenting with different planting densities in a quest to capture an even greater expression of terroir. Every single one of Olivier Lamy’s vineyards in St Aubin was completely frosted; only Santenay escaped. In a strange way, this was a benefit because, when the vines began to re-flower, they did so all at the same time and there was an homogeneity of growth and maturity. Furthermore, without two differently maturing sets of grapes to contend with, the crop made up the two-week delay imposed by the frost and Olivier was able to start harvesting in Santenay on 15th September, finishing his Bourgogne Blanc from his highest vineyards in St Aubin 10 days later. Olivier suggests the style is like a lighter version of 2014. Overall his production is down about one third.

There are roasted almonds on the nose, then lovely fresh fruit with some ripe lemon notes, and good fresh acidity behind. This stretches out beautifully across the palate, the most persistent of all. Very classy.
Jasper Morris, MW - Wine Buyer

A new plantation has come on stream here so the crop was not as truncated as elsewhere in 2012. The bouquet will need time to develop the palate already shows an unctuous richness, a sense of the quality to come. 
Jasper Morris MW - Wine Buyer

Lamy's St Aubin En Remilly, 1er Cru is a powerful Burgundy wine, fleshy but firm and has a fascinating, complex bouquet that includes touches of licorice and greengage, and a truly excellent finish.

This is from 55-year-old vines. Olivier likes to do 50 percent whole-bunch fermentation, allowing him to layer whole bunches and de-stemmed berries alternately (millefeuille). This has a lovely, accessible, juicy, raspberry-sundae fruit and the tannins are light but supportive. Drink 2021-2024.
Adam Bruntlett, Burgundy Buyer

There have been Lamys growing vines in St Aubin since 1640 – today the domaine is run by Olivier Lamy in succession to his father Hubert. Olivier ceased supplying négociants in 1997, grubbing up and selling off peripheral vines, keeping only the best and oldest sites. He has been experimenting with different planting densities in a quest to capture an even greater expression of terroir. Every single one of Olivier Lamy’s vineyards in St Aubin was completely frosted; only Santenay escaped. In a strange way, this was a benefit because, when the vines began to re-flower, they did so all at the same time and there was an homogeneity of growth and maturity. Furthermore, without two differently maturing sets of grapes to contend with, the crop made up the two-week delay imposed by the frost and Olivier was able to start harvesting in Santenay on 15th September, finishing his Bourgogne Blanc from his highest vineyards in St Aubin 10 days later. Olivier suggests the style is like a lighter version of 2014. Overall his production is down about one third.

Olivier’s major parcel is at the top of the vineyard, right under the scrub of Mont-Rachet, with ChevalierMontrachet just over the hill. The southeast aspect gives a taut feel to the wine but, nonetheless, it is intense and imposing. Drink 2023-2030.

This is another small harvest for Olivier. There was frost again in 2017 for the vineyards closest to Puligny and Olivier’s detailed vineyard work on the vines badly frosted in 2016 has restricted this year’s yield as well. For some cuvées, volumes in white for 2017 are half that of the already paltry 2016. Olivier began harvesting before his neighbours, which is not unusual, on 25th August, but he likes the style of the vintage, in particular the extra density on the palate. His reds he defines as croquant (crunchy).

These old vines, on warmer west-facing and very steep slopes (with a 60 percent incline), produce a more supple and generous style. This was also one of Olivier’s most frost-affected vineyards this year, with yields down to an eye-watering 7hl/ha. Drink 2023-2029.


This is another small harvest for Olivier. There was frost again in 2017 for the vineyards closest to Puligny and Oliviers detailed vineyard work on the vines badly frosted in 2016 has restricted this years yield as well. For some cuves, volumes in white for 2017 are half that of the already paltry 2016. Olivier began harvesting before his neighbours, which is not unusual, on 25th August, but he likes the style of the vintage, in particular the extra density on the palate. His reds he defines ascroquant (crunchy).

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St. Aubin has a well-earned reputation now, and Olivier Lamy has been at the vanguard in promoting the village to the status it now commands.   His En Remilly is a cuvée to tuck away and allow time to develop its best - 2020 will see this reach its peak, and match many a posher-named Côte de Beaune.
Tom Cave, Fine Wine

A little hail at the top but otherwise En Remilly was spared. Fine, pure and bright, this wine seems to combine finesse and opulence, it is mouth-filling, but still very youthful; a wine of great promise. Superb, but needs time.
Jasper Morris MW, Burgundy Wine Director

Olivier Lamy began harvesting early for certain plots (on 16th September) and then took the time to pick individual vineyards as they ripened. It proved to be a small but perfectly healthy vintage in St Aubin, with superbly concentrated wines. Olivier has decided to use very little new oak; 20% for his red wines and none for the white. The reds didn’t need much sorting and the colours and fruit extract came out very quickly in the fermenting vat. A great vintage chez Lamy but, alas, a very small one, though it is enhanced by the addition of one or two new vineyards.

A little further up the hill behind Mont-Rachet, and practically touching the Puligny Premier Cru of Champ Gain, this has a richer feel, with several different layers of fruit and tension, which always require a little time to marry. Positive and forthright. Drink 2023-2030.




This is another small harvest for Olivier. There was frost again in 2017 for the vineyards closest to Puligny and Oliviers detailed vineyard work on the vines badly frosted in 2016 has restricted this years yield as well. For some cuves, volumes in white for 2017 are half that of the already paltry 2016. Olivier began harvesting before his neighbours, which is not unusual, on 25th August, but he likes the style of the vintage, in particular the extra density on the palate. His reds he defines ascroquant (crunchy).