Mikulski Monthelie Toisieres Rouge 2024

The 2024 Monthélie Les Toisières Rouge from Domaine François Mikulski is a vibrant, highly precise expression of Pinot Noir from a plot situated right at the entrance of the Monthélie village, bordering Meursault and Volnay.

Mikulski is iconic for his chalk-written labels, reflecting his minimalist, precise, and terroirdriven approach to winemaking.

The Terroir & Vineyard

• The Parcel: Les Toisières sits on a southwest-facing slope. Historically, it was an old quarry where flat stones (laves) were extracted for traditional Burgundy roof tiling.

• Soil Structure: The soil is a classic clay-limestone blend. Because of the shallow limestone rock from the old quarry, the wine regularly showcases a distinctive, driving minerality and fine, structural tannins.

• Vine Age: The Pinot Noir vines in this parcel were planted in the early 1980s, providing excellent depth and natural balance.

Vinification Style

Mikulski follows non-certified organic viticulture and maintains a hands-off but meticulous cellar philosophy:

• Grapes are fully de-stemmed.

• Fermentation occurs with ambient/indigenous yeasts in vats for about 15 days.

• The wine is aged for approximately 15 to 18 months in French oak barrels, keeping new oak restrained at around 20% to prevent masking the bright fruit and stony character.

Profile & Character

While the 2024 vintage is still in its youth, the estate's style for Les Toisières consistently bridges the gap between the rustic charm of Monthélie and the aromatic elegance of neighboring Volnay:

• Aroma: Expect an expressive, bright nose dominated by red berries (wild strawberry, fresh raspberry) alongside crunchy morello cherry, subtle floral hints of peony or rose petals, and a touch of warm spice.

• Palate: Energetic and fresh. The dynamic red fruit is driven by a vibrant acidity. Mikulski's hallmark is the dramatic, almost peppery limestone minerality that shapes the finish, giving it beautiful focus, length, and a youthfully austere edge.

Pro Tip

Serving & Cellaring: Give the 2024 vintage another year or two in the cellar to let the tight limestone structure soften and integrate. When opening, serve it at around 15–16°C. It benefits beautifully from a brief 30-minute decant to let the fragrant floral and red fruit notes unfold. Perfect alongside roasted poultry, duck breast, or wild mushroom risotto.