description Maison Leroy Overview
Maison Leroy is a Burgundy wine merchant and producer founded in 1868, with a portfolio spanning numerous appellations and vineyard classifications. Under Lalou Bize-Leroy, it became closely associated with rigorously selected fruit, low yields, and wines made for extended aging. Its scarce red and white Burgundies are primarily sought by experienced collectors, specialist merchants, and restaurants with deep Burgundy programs.
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Who is the current owner and face of Maison Leroy?
Maison Leroy is led by the legendary Lalou Bize-Leroy, who took over the business in the 1970s. She is also famous for co-founding Domaine Leroy and running the highly coveted Domaine d'Auvenay.
What is the difference between Maison Leroy and Domaine Leroy?
Maison Leroy operates as a traditional négociant, meaning it purchases grapes or wine from other growers to blend and bottle under its label. In contrast, Domaine Leroy exclusively produces wine from estate-owned vineyards in the Côte d'Or.
When was Maison Leroy originally founded?
The maison was originally established in 1868 in Burgundy, France. It has operated for over a century and a half, building a reputation for sourcing some of the rarest and most expensive wines in the world.
What kind of wines does Maison Leroy produce?
They primarily produce ultra-premium Pinot Noir and Chardonnay sourced from top appellations across Burgundy. These négociant bottlings are renowned for their purity, intensity, and strict adherence to biodynamic principles.
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