Gilles Bouton took the reins of his maternal grandfather’s 4 hectare (9.6 acre) domain in 1977. The holding now totals 15 hectares (36 acres) and is spread out over four villages (Saint Aubin, Chassagne-Montrachet, Puligny-Montrachet and Meursault) all prime property in the so-called Golden Triangle of white Burgundy.

The Domaine Bouton pays close attention to soil conditions and strives to limit vine yields naturally. The soils under the rows are turned, and natural growth is allowed between the rows. They profess to what is known as the ‘lutte raisonee’, or reasonable reaction to grape growing problems. This generally means that chemical treatments are used less often and less aggressively than in conventional production.

Conscientiously practiced, lute raisonee can be very close to organic farming. There is, however, no system of checks and no set definitions. The Boutons know that no amount of winemaking skill, technology or special equipment can produce great wine without great fruit.

Gilles was joined by his son, Julien, at the end of 2008. The domain today makes on average 60,000 bottles per year. The Boutons sell most of their wine to private individuals either out-the-door at the domain or at numerous wine salons in France.

Discover ths Bouton wines with this mixed case that includes 1 bottle of each:

REDS
Gilles Bouton Chassagne Montrachet 'Concis du Champs' 2019
Chassagne-Montrachet has fantastic terroir for both white and red Burgundy and this village AOC reflects this. Ripe red fruit profile with some pomegranate juice, pepper, smoke and ripe leaf. The firm acidity hold all the elements in balance.

Gilles Bouton Saint Aubin 1er Cru 'en Creot' 2020
Garnet robe with bright fruits, raspberry, black currant, black cherry, seasoned with spice and coffee. Full bodied but silky with a lively fruit finish.

Gilles Bouton Chassagne Montrachet Voillenots Dessus Rouge 2019
The vineyard sits in the heart of Chassagne-Montrachet, actually the name is an old reference to the ‘Neighborhood’ due to the proximity to the village houses. Notes of cherry, raspberry, strawberry and myrtle berry all with an organic character. The wine is elegant, lively and bright. A nice progression from the regional wine.

WHITES
Domaine Gilles Bouton Chassagne Montrachet Voillenots Dessus Blanc 2022
The vineyard sits in the heart of Chassagne-Montrachet, actually the name is an old reference to the ‘Neighborhood’ due to the proximity to the village houses. Complex citrus notes transform into fresh just ripe peach with subtle notes of smoke and spice. This wine feels alive !!

Domaine Gilles Saint Aubin 1er Cru 'Murgers des Dents de Chiens' 2021
Gilles has two different parcels in this, the best known of the Saint-Aubin premier crus. One with old vines, situated near the Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru ‘Les Garennes’ (which he also makes), and the other near Puligny 1er Cru ‘Folatieres’.  He makes these wine in double-sized barrels, 40% new oak, to tame the tannins. There is a deep, almost Meursault quality to the Dents de Chien, spicy and complex.  Great continuity from attack, through mid-palate and on to a superb finish.

Domaine Gilles Bouton Saint Aubin 1er Cru 'En Remilly' 2022
‘En Remilly’ is arguably the best of the Saint Aubin premier cru vineyards. It falls from a steep, south-facing hillside which is an extension of the Grand Cru ‘Le Montrachet’ as the slopes follow the valley. The soil make-up (if you can even call it soil!) is pretty much crushed gravel, making for one of the most mineral whites in the zone. Floral, flinty and citric, it’s one of the great discoveries in white Burgundy.