Domaine del Pousse d'Or

On the lands of Volnay

At the heart of the wine industry

The home of theGolden Sproutis located in the heart of theCôte de Beaunebetween the iconic villages of Pommard and Meursault. The village of Volnay belonged to theFirst Dukes of BurgundyIn the 9th century, they made it their preferred retreat. Indeed, during the grape harvest, the ducal family enjoyed staying in their castle in Volnay. Over the following centuries, Volnay has remained a place where wine is central to life. The Volnay vineyard is even 19 centuries old, considering the Romans as skilled winemakers. Volnay is rich in history that gives it its unique character.

The Golden Sprout's Abode

From manorial estates to optimizing wine quality

ThereHouse of the Golden Sproutwas born in16th centuryin Volnay. It is a former manor house, once home to a lord of the manor. This manorial status could explain the imposing 20-meter-long structure. According to the will of..., wine production was already taking place at the beginning of the 19th century.François DaudignacThe former owner of the house was described as having several cellars capable of holding up to almost 300 rooms. Then, in 1819, Jean Baptiste Eugène Jobard, also known as Baron Dumesnil, acquired the estate. He was considered "the leading lord of the village." The property was then passed down through generations. In 1964, the Ferté family acquired the house at auction after purchasing the vineyard.Golden Cloveceded by the de Lavoreille family, the Maison de la Pousse d'Or was finally reunited with the vineyard that gave it its name. Subsequently, the Ferté family sold the property in 1994 to Patrick Landanger. This new owner undertook extensive renovations upon his arrival, restoring the estate's prestige and improving winemaking techniques to enhance the quality of the wines produced.

The spirit of wines

Quality at the heart of our priorities

Today, the prestigious Domaine de la Pousse d'Or operates18 hectaresThis vineyard includes prestigious appellations (Grands Crus and Premiers Crus) and village appellations. On this land, the Domaine de laGolden Sproutpossesses impressive potential. The quality of the wines produced stems from a perfect harmony between the grape variety, the climate, the soil, and the winemaker's expertise. Indeed, the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grape varieties contribute the bouquet and flavor to the wine while expressing the specific character of each terroir. The climatic conditions allow for different vintages each year. As for the expertise and techniques employed, they are the winemaker's signature. At Domaine de la Pousse d'Or,Patrick LandangerThe owner-grower is deeply committed to optimizing the quality of the wines produced. To achieve this, the entire winemaking process is carried out using gravity. Furthermore, he uses no chemicals and observes the lunar cycles during the various stages of cultivation and aging. This commitment to quality is reflected in the...tastingof each of the vintages of Pousse d'Or.