Cyprien Arlaud
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"For me, it’s very important to know where your roots are when you’re making wine. And I know exactly which kind of wine I want to make: it’s wine that most expresses where it comes from." – Cyprien Arlaud The third generation of his family estate in Morey St. Denis, Cyprien Arlaud of Domaine Arlaud is regarded by many as one of the most respected farmers and winemakers in Burgundy today. His full-scale commitment to organic, biodynamics, and holistic soil management established him as a leader of a new era of low-intervention practices. Speaking, Cyprien makes it clear how in touch he is with every meter of vines he farms. He is immensely talented, but also has an insatiable curiosity that allows him to keep learning and keep getting better. And today, there is no question he is one of the finest growers in Burgundy. Automatically generated transcripts often make mistakes. Find a corrected version here. Skurnik Wines & Spirits Follow us on Instagram
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"For me, it’s very important to know where your roots are when you’re making wine. And I know exactly which kind of wine I want to make: it’s wine that most expresses where it comes from." – Cyprien Arlaud The third generation of his family estate in Morey St. Denis, Cyprien Arlaud of Domaine Arlaud is regarded by many as one of the most respected farmers and winemakers in Burgundy today. His full-scale commitment to organic, biodynamics, and holistic soil management established him as a lead...
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- 0:00 Introduction
- 3:55 Inheriting the family estate
- 7:24 Implementing experimental improvements
- 9:21 Introducing horse plowing for soil health
- 12:41 Dealing with difficult vintages
- 17:32 Equal care in the field and the cellar
- 21:36 Analyzing vintages 2022 and 2023
- 26:50 Morey St. Desnis Premier Cru ‘Les Ruchots’
- 29:04 ‘Charmes-Chambertin’ Grand Cru
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