In the heart of Côte de Beaune region, Domaine Hubert Lamy has quietly earned a reputation for producing captivating and expressive wines. Overseeing vineyards since 1640, the Lamy family has generations of experience working with Burgundy’s varied terroir. Today, Olivier Lamy leads the charge having gained his experience at the inimitable Domaine Méo-Camuzet of Vosne-Romanée before taking the reins from his father, Hubert. His immense passion and knowledge have propelled this estate to great heights, solidifying its position as the name to know in Saint-Aubin.
William Kelley of Wine Spectator once playfully mused a new way to express his love of these wines:
"Sometimes I contemplate what I think might be the easiest way to make enemies in Burgundy: A Michelin Guide-style ranking, out of three stars, of the region's best domaines. Olivier Lamy would be one of three white wine producers in the Côte de Beaune to whom I would unquestionably award three stars. Last year, I wrote that I ran the risk of exhausting superlatives if I attempt to articulate just how much I admire these wines, and this year is no different."
Domaine Hubert Lamy: The Secret of Côte de Beaune
Just west of the famous Grand Cru clustering of Montrachet vineyards, the village of Saint-Aubin is an insider's secret for exceptional White Burgundies at attractive prices. The region’s cooler climate, steep slopes, and rocky limestone soils contribute to the wines' tension and elegance. Olivier Lamy has pioneered high-density planting in some of his vineyards, resulting in wines with incredible depth and dimension.
Hubert Lamy Style & Winemaking Approach
The domaine's meticulous approach in the vineyards and minimal intervention in the cellar allow the unique character of each plot to shine through in every bottle. Lamy was one of the first winemakers in Côte de Beaune to favor larger size barrels for aging wines, contributing to their refined and classic style. Domaine Lamy's to bottling is undoubtedly its Grand Cru showcasing featuring their tiny holding of Grand Cru Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet, located just above the vines of Leroy's Domaine d'Auvenay.
2017 Hubert Lamy "En Remilly" St-Aubin Wines
The 2017 Saint-Aubin Premier Cru "En Remilly" Blanc is a stunning example of Olivier Lamy's tremendous talents. On the nose, the wine entices with delicate aromas of white flowers, citrus blossom, and fresh brioche, leading to a palate of crisp green apple and pronounced minerality, with a long lingering finish reflective of the wine’s inherent quality.
With one taste of the 2017 Hubert Lamy Saint-Aubin Premier Cru "En Remilly" Blanc, the quality is immediately apparent–you would undoubtedly be tempted to buy every bottle available. Domaine Hubert Lamy is a name that resonates with Burgundy enthusiasts worldwide, yet Saint-Aubin's relative obscurity as a region keeps these exceptional bottlings an excellent choice for savvy enthusiasts seeking value. Don’t wait to discover why Olivier Lamy is considered one of the best white wine makers in all of Burgundy before the secret it out.
