The history of Maison Roumier began in 1924 when Georges Roumier married Geneviève Quantin; it was at this point that Georges Roumier took over the family estate. A passionate vineyard owner, Georges put great effort into developing the vineyards to produce exceptional wine. In 1953, he acquired the Premier Cru Clos de la Bussière in Morey-Saint-Denis. Eight years later, in 1961, his son Jean-Marie Roumier took over and acquired the Grand Cru Corton Charlemagne in 1968. Until 1968, Maison Roumier only produced red wine, but this purchase allowed the company to diversify, as Grand Cru Corton Charlemagne is a white wine. In 1978, the house acquired the famous Grand Cru Musigny.

Jean-Marie Roumier’s son, Christophe, joined the business in 1981, and his daughter, Delphine, joined in 1993. Christophe manages the vineyards while Delphine oversees the commercial side of the house. Christophe Roumier had the opportunity to receive valuable advice from Henri Jayer, a master in Burgundian viticulture. Jayer’s philosophy focused on respecting nature, and Christophe adopted a winemaking technique that minimizes the use of pesticides and fertilizers.

Today, the Roumier estate holds five Grand Cru AOCs: Bonnes Mares, Musigny, Corton Charlemagne, Charmes Chambertin, and Ruchottes Chambertin. Additionally, the estate has three Premier Cru Village AOCs: Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru ‘Clos de la Bussière,’ Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru ‘Les Cras,’ and Chambolle Musigny ‘Les Amoureuses.’ All wines, except for the Grand Cru Corton Charlemagne, are red wines made from Pinot Noir. The Grand Cru Corton Charlemagne is a Chardonnay. With a winemaking technique that emphasizes respect for nature, there is no doubt that Roumier wines are something to be experienced at least once in a lifetime. We have had several opportunities to auction bottles from this estate.

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