Wines

The late Henri Jayer was regarded as one of the greatest Burgundy winemakers of his generation. Born in Vosne-Romanée in 1922, he began producing wines under his own label in the 1950s. This is a rare magnum of his 1996 ‘Cros Parantoux’, the prestigious premier cru vineyard, where Jayer acquired his first parcels in 1951. Beautifully perfumed and structured, the wine reveals a complex array of fresh and maturing red cherry and berry on the nose and palate, leading to a long, lingering finish.

The 1996 Vosne Romanee Cros Parantoux Henri Jayer Magnum is an exquisite representation of Burgundy's terroir and Henri Jayer's winemaking legacy. This wine, from the esteemed Cros Parantoux vineyard, exhibits a mesmerizing complexity, offering layers of red and black fruit, violets, spices, and a subtle oak undertone, supported by a framework of fine tannins and a lingering finish. Deep ruby color, complex bouquet of red and black fruits, violets, and spices, with an elegant, full-bodied palate, fine tannins, and a profound finish.

The Vosne-Romanée collection from Domaine René Engel features Pinot Noir wines celebrated for their complexity, depth, and elegance. Sourced from the esteemed vineyards of Vosne-Romanée, these wines are a testament to the unique terroir of Burgundy's Côte de Nuits.

Henri Jayer was a pioneering winemaker in Burgundy, France, particularly known for his contributions to the production of Pinot Noir in the Vosne-Romanée appellation. Jayer, often celebrated for his innovative winemaking techniques including rigorous selection of grapes, minimal intervention in the winery, and avoidance of filtering, significantly influenced modern winemaking in Burgundy.