Based in Nuits Saint Georges, the Ambroise family estate dates back to the 18th century. Today, it comprises 21 hectares of organically certified old vineyards on some of the finest sites of the Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune. Their red wines are rich expressions of red Burgundy and are aged in French oak barrels to give additional depth and complexity.

Organic farming is a way of life for the Ambroise family since 2013. Once upon a time, Bertrand was front and rear at his Premeaux-Prissey vineyard. He was the boss. Now his children, Francois and Ludivine, have taken on the business and Bertrand says he, no longer the boss, now works for them. He is glad to have them share the load, allowing him the freedom to concentrate on making good wines.

Daughter Ludivine has said the move to organic viticulture is one of “true belief” as she lost her grand-father due to illness caused by chemicals used in the fields.