If I had to describe Leroux’s wines in one word it would be drinkable. They are incredibly vibrant on the palate, wonderfully aromatic, and among the most inviting young Burgundies I’ve tasted. These are serious wines with real depth—but they always feel approachable and joyful even in their youth.
I have to admit—I’m a little late to the party when it comes to the wines of Benjamin Leroux. But as they say, better late than never.
I don’t know many people my age who have been in the wine business longer than I have. But while I was playing high school football, Benjamin was already working in Burgundy. At just 15 years old, he was at Comte Armand under Pascal Marchand, an experience that set him on a path around the wine world.
Along the way he spent time at Domaine Drouhin in Oregon, Cos d’Estournel in Bordeaux, and even Marlborough, New Zealand, working with Sauvignon Blanc.
Then in 1999, while I was stocking shelves at The Cheese Place on Forsyth (we didn’t even have Wine in the name yet), Benjamin took over as head winemaker at Comte Armand. The rest, as they say, is history.
Today Leroux is widely regarded as one of Burgundy’s most thoughtful négociant-vignerons, and we’re excited to have a beautiful lineup from the outstanding 2023 vintage.
If I had to describe Leroux’s wines in one word it would be drinkable. They are incredibly vibrant on the palate, wonderfully aromatic, and among the most inviting young Burgundies I’ve tasted. These are serious wines with real depth—but they always feel approachable and joyful even in their youth.
Here’s what just arrived:
2023 Benjamin Leroux Bourgogne Blanc – $54.99
This is far from your average Bourgogne Blanc. Leroux draws almost entirely on his Meursault holdings—parcels such as Les Millerands, Sous la Velle, and Les Belles Côtes. While the label may be regional, the pedigree clearly points to Meursault. A beautifully balanced white Burgundy with freshness, texture, and remarkable precision.
2023 Benjamin Leroux Bourgogne Rouge – $54.99
Leroux’s Bourgogne Rouge has long been a benchmark for how good regional Burgundy can be, and the 2023 continues that tradition. The blend pulls fruit from impressive sites including Maison Dieu in Pommard, Mon Poulain in Volnay, and Les Belles Côtes in Meursault, with additional lift from Monthélie village and premier cru parcels. The result is a Bourgogne that consistently drinks a level above its classification.
2023 Benjamin Leroux Gevrey-Chambertin – $129.99
Sourced from vines planted between 1935 and 1995 across several lieux-dits including Les Seuvrées (below Charmes-Chambertin), La Justice, Billard, and Le Fourneau. About 10% whole cluster, fermented with indigenous yeasts and aged 18 months in barrel (20% new). Unfined and unfiltered. Classic Gevrey structure with layered fruit and savory depth.
2023 Benjamin Leroux Meursault-Blagny 1er Cru “La Pièce Sous le Bois” – $225.99
One of the highest-elevation premier crus in Meursault, located in the hamlet of Blagny between Meursault and Puligny-Montrachet. Leroux’s Chardonnay vines sit at the very top of the slope, where the altitude preserves freshness and minerality. The lower portion of the vineyard is planted to Pinot Noir and bottled as Blagny 1er Cru. A striking, energetic Meursault with precision and lift.
These are some of the most compelling young Burgundies we’ve tasted from the vintage, and they won’t last long.