Domaine Rapet Pere et Fils

Domaine Rapet can be traced back to at least 1765 through a tastevin bearing its name which is now closely guarded by the family. It is one of the most ancient families of the Cote and the estate is now under the control of Vincent Rapet and his charming wife Sylvette who manage the 18 hectares with skill and a keen eye to nature. Based in the village of Pernand Vergelesses, Pernand originally meaning "lost Source" ,it is one of the oldest wine villages of the Cote d'Or and the history of vines here goes back to the middle-ages.

The wines of Pernand have great individuality and at Domaine Rapet, a full spectrum can be tasted. The white wines are fresh, lively and with delicious citrus and floral notes. As you'd expect the premier crus give more power on the palate with the vineyard of Sous Fretille perhaps being regarded as the best, that is of course if you don't count the Charlemagne vineyard which produces stunning Grand Cru wines that age for decades in the right vintage.

The finely fleshed red wines of Domaine Rapet are quite simply stunning and offer great value. The 1er cru of Les Vergelesses backs onto the appellation of Savigny les Beaune and seems to bear a similar charm whilst also benefitting from a distict minerality beneath the bright berry fruit and fine tannins. The grand cru of Corton les Pougeots is big and structured and generally needs a little time to soften and become rounded. But it's well worth the wait for in Vincent's hands, he always crafts a superb wine that is a sensational food partner when mature.