Clos du Roy is located in Chenôve, the northernmost lieu-dit in the Marsannay appellation. The vineyard sits at 270 meters in elevation. The slope is moderate and faces slightly southeast.
Gravel over limestone and sandy marl. Hand-harvested. Light extraction to focus on the fruit and terroir. Elèvage in barrel.
- Charles Audoin was instrumental in the exploration and development of Marsannay as an appellation worthy of recognition.
- Now in the hands of Charles' son, Cyril, this estate is preserving its traditions into the next generation.
- The focus is on single-vineyard bottlings from Marsannay, showcasing the diversity of terroirs in this region.
- Farming is entirely organic with certification as of the 2018 vintage.
- The wines are elegant and refined, with the focus on clear fruit expression.