Sophie and Fabrice Laronze were able to create a small domaine in Burgundy, which is an extremely rare and difficult accomplishment in a land where inheritance and history dominates. With the help of an investor, they took over an existing domaine in Auxey-Duresses. They sold off some of the less interesting parcels and set about acquiring others that were more suitable, buying old vines in Auxey, Meursault, Puligny, Monthelie and Volnay. The domaine is comprised of about 12 acres. They essentially built a new winery and cellar as well, all the while renewing the vineyards, which were in need of a little more care. They released their first vintage in 2009. Sophie and Fabrice farm their vines using organic and biodynamic practices and principles. While Sophie takes care of the business side, she is never far from the vineyards. Fabrice wears the hats of vineyard laborer/manager and winemaker. Having graduated from Beaune and Montpellier he gained a lot of experience in France and abroad (California even). They worked together for a larger winery in Burgundy for several years, and when the opportunity arose they jumped at the chance to make their own wine. We are grateful they did.