Marc Colin et Fils: Estate and wine guide

 The estate Marc Colin & Filsfounded in 1970, is today a family legacy, run by the two children of Marc Colin : Caroline and Damien. In this article, you'll have the opportunity to discover the history of Domaine Marc Colin, and the details of its cuvées. 

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A short history of the estate :

Born in 1944, he created the estate in the late 1970s with the help of his wife Michèle. They recover vines from different generations of the Colin family and family Ponavoy. These plots, which they have reclaimed, have existed for over 100 years. They also decided to plant 6 hectares of vines in certain communes: Montrachet, Saint-Aubin and continued to develop the estate in the 1980s and 1990s. The family has a priority terroir in Chassagne, but it is also linked to parcels in St Aubin, which has the best plots, such as Visit Remilly and Chatenière. The vineyards benefit from their sloping location; while the other part of St Aubin is on flat ground and the wines don't necessarily render better. The Colin estates are best positioned on the gently sloping hillsides. The wines that come out of this estate are very tasty.

The new era of the domain :

 Today, the estate is run by Joseph, Caroline and Damien. Marc's children run the estate, which covers 12 hectares and brings together 26 designations on the villages next: SAINT-AUBIN, CHASSAGNE-MONTRACHET, PULIGNY-MONTRACHET and SANTENAY. Pierre Yves who is the 4th member of the siblings, and who used to work for Marc Colin, has been self-employed since 2005. The harvesting methods used on this estate are based on the rules of "culture raisonnée" on the one hand, and organic farming on the other. They also help to ensure that the soil is worked regularly, so as to avoid the use of chemical methods and achieve better grape quality. They have a traditional winemaking style. Joseph makes the white wines and Daniel makes the reds, but they never stop renewing themselves. 

Estate wines :

They produce wines which are named by appellations regional, such as Premiers Cru and Grands Cru. They produce 80,000 bottles a year: 90 % of white wines and 10 % wines red. White wines are produced in a pure, elegant style with good length. Red wines are vinified with freshness, with a hint of crunchy fruit and a hint of sweetness. of tannins silky. White wines are light, while reds are silky with a touch of wood. Half the production (50 %) is marketed abroad in over twenty countries. They also distribute their wine to private customers, wine merchants and restaurateurs.

The flagship vintages of Domaine Marc Colin & Fils

In this article, we'll introduce you to some superb wines produced by the property of Marc Colin & Fils. Most of these wines are in stock on our site. We are fortunate to have allocations every year from the estate. You can even set up an email alert in your Comptoir des Millésimes customer account! This way, you'll be the first to know when arrivals from domain Marc Colin & Fils. Here are the finest vintages:

• Montrachet Grand Cru - Marc Colin et Fils :

As with the estate's other white wines, the main grape variety is grapefruit. Chardonnay. A very promising vintage. In the glass, we note a reserved nose of orchard fruit, nutmeg, freshly baked bread, orange oil and spices. Full-bodied and deep, layered and concentrated with good texture and intensity.  

• Chassagne Montrachet "Cuvée Margot" - Marc Colin :

From plots located on the village's alluvial fan. This cuvée ripens in a precious way and is harvested quite early. Aromas of apples, fresh peaches, honey and warm bread. It's fleshy and charming, with lively acids supporting its fruity aromas. A sunny terroir that produces superb wines.

• Saint Aubin 1 er Cru En Montceau - Marc Colin et fils :

There are aromas of Anjou pear, green apple, white flowers, mint, light honey and oyster shell, a rare nuance in this cuvée. The wine is medium to full-bodied, layered and multidimensional, concentrated and incisive. It has a lovely saline finish.

•  Puligny Montrachet Le Trézin - Marc Colin :

This cuvée opens in the glass with notes of olive oil. citrus fruits, crushed mint and marzipan. A brilliant, racy wine. The core of fruit is tight, with a mineral finish. It will come into its own after decanting. You can drink it in its early years.

• Saint Aubin Luce- Marc Colin and Sons :

Notes of crisp green orchard fruit, apple blossom and blanched almonds. It's just as good bright and concentrated, with a tangy edge and good depth. The cuvée is also very promising and represents a fine introduction to the wines in the Colin range.

Some vintages to know:

Batard Montrachet Grand Cru - Marc Colin et ses Fils
Chassagne Montrachet - Les Encégnières - Marc Colin
Chassagne Montrachet Rouge Vieilles Vignes - Marc Colin
Chassagne Montrachet 1er Cru Les Champs Gain - Marc Colin et ses Fils
Saint Aubin 1er Cru Les Combes - Marc Colin et ses Fils
Saint Aubin 1er Cru La Chatenière - Marc Colin et ses Fils
Bourgogne Chardonnay - Marc Colin et ses Fils
Bourgogne Aligoté - Marc Colin et ses Fils
Santenay Vieilles Vignes - Marc Colin et ses Fils