Françoise and Denis Clair founded the estate in 1986 with 12 acres of Pinot Noir in Santenay, where Denis’ family had long been vignerons. Over time Denis and Françoise added parcels of Chardonnay in Saint-Aubin, where Françoise was from, and where the winery is today. The total area cultivated is now around 37 acres. Since 2000, their son Jean-Baptiste has worked on the estate, gradually taking on more responsibility, and gaining plaudits for the increased refinement and precision of the wines. Jean-Baptiste has been responsible for vinification since 2011. Sadly, Denis passed away in 2016. His legacy is in the best of hands.