Château du Cray
Château du Cray produces Pinot Noir from Côte Chalonnaise, the southern extension of Burgundy's prestigious Côte d'Or. The region's cooler climate and limestone-rich soils yield wines of mineral precision and elegant structure. The winery's Le Cornevent Bourgogne Pinot Noir demonstrates the depth achievable within the broader Bourgogne appellation, while Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes de Beaune captures the distinctive character of hillside vineyards above the main slope. Mercurey 'Champ Roin', from one of Côte Chalonnaise's most respected crus, shows the concentration and aging potential the region is known for. Wine Enthusiast and Wine Advocate have rated these releases, reflecting their standing among serious Burgundy expressions. Château du Cray's focus on Pinot Noir across these complementary terroirs reveals the nuance available within Côte Chalonnaise's varied microclimates.
Critics
Wine Enthusiast, Wine Advocate