n 1894 Ferdinand Charleux founded what would eventually become Domaine Maurice Charleux & Fils in Dezize-les-Maranges south west of Santenay, at the southern border of the Côte d'Or in Burgundy. In 1970 Maurice took over the vineyards and began selling wine under his own name, eventually handing the reins to his son Vincent who currently is in charge. Today, the domaine covers just under 10 hectares of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay vines that are farmed sustainably, producing less than a miniscule 3,500 cases per year. Les Clos Roussots is one of the finest vineyards in Maranges, sloping and accessing maximum sunlight. Maurice sources from the middle of the slope, where the original and most sought-after vines are located. The extra sunlight allows the grapes to ripen a little more, add more tannin and structure, and age longer in the cellar. You can expect some fruity notes on the nose and palate, but the terroir is what makes the wine truly unique.