The Rare & Remarkable Sylvain Cathiard

Jan 6, 2025by David Bachus

"There is no one hotter in Burgundy these days than Sylvain Cathiard.”

– Allen Meadows

Nestled in the heart of Vosne-Romanée, Domaine Sylvain Cathiard has earned its place as one of Burgundy’s most revered and sought-after producers. This small, family-run estate crafts exceptional, terroir-driven wines that captivate collectors and connoisseurs worldwide.

Rare, Limited, and Highly Coveted

Sylvain Cathiard’s wines are the epitome of exclusivity. With tiny production levels, even the Bourgogne Rouge—the domaine’s most widely available wine—sees only around 2,000 bottles per year. Due to heavy allocations to top restaurants and high global demand, securing a bottle is no small feat.

What Makes Sylvain Cathiard Wines So Special?

  • Unparalleled Freshness & Balance – Vibrant, structured, and remarkably youthful, each wine showcases exceptional energy and precision.
  • Meticulous Winemaking – Sébastien Cathiard embraces a minimal intervention philosophy, allowing nature to take the lead. He fully de-stems, employs cold settling for 10 days, and ferments for up to 30 days on the skins.
  • Pure Terroir Expression – New oak usage has been reduced under Sébastien’s direction, allowing the true character of Burgundy’s soils to shine through in every glass.

We are offering two Premier Cru vineyards and multiple vintages!

  • Aux Thorey (Premier Cru)

Sourced from a 0.43-hectare parcel of old vines planted in 1953, this high-elevation vineyard sits near the Vosne-Romanée border. Aged in 50% new oak and 50% one-year-old barrels, this wine offers:

Distinctive perfume with floral and spice notes
Elegance and finesse from a cooler, mineral-rich site
Refined structure that evolves beautifully with age

  • Aux Murgers (Premier Cru)

Crafted from old vines planted in 1945 and 1960, this 0.476-hectare plot lies mid-slope, just a stone’s throw from Vosne-Romanée. Aged in 50% new oak and 50% one-year-old barrels, this wine is known for:

Deep concentration and rich texture
Harmonious plush tannins with outstanding mid-palate depth
A bold, structured expression of Nuits-Saint-Georges

Secure Your Allocation

With Sylvain Cathiard’s wines becoming increasingly hard to find, these offerings present a rare opportunity to acquire some of Burgundy’s most coveted bottles

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