Marthe Henry, Maranges Rouge, Burgundy 2020

Marthe operates from a rather smart cellar located in Meursault, once the cherished domain of her grandfather, Pierre Boillot. Interestingly, this domaine had also previously been exploited by François Mikulski, Pierre's nephew, until the early 2000s when he relocated to larger premises near the main road by the Hôpital de Meursault.

When asked about her journey, despite her upbringing in Paris, Marthe fondly recounts her childhood spent on holidays in Meursault with her grandparents, surrounded by vineyards and the beauty of nature. Therefore, it seemed only natural for her to eventually rekindle her connection to her roots and establish a permanent presence in Burgundy, a decision she made in 2013.

After graduating from Le Viti in Beaune and a short stint at the Rougeot’s in Meursault, Marthe embarked on her winemaking venture in 2017, initially starting with a humble production of 3,000 bottles and as few as 12 barrels. Her guiding principle has always been to seek out the most captivating parcels, gradually expanding her scope. She eagerly anticipates the day when she can access the family-owned vineyards from her late grandfather, which, following Pierre's passing, remained within the family and were rented out until this year. Her goal is to do more with each passing vintage. Presently, her project still remains exclusively centred on the négoce model, but she now has a team of employees and manages over 75 barrels.