David Duband: Championing Organic Winemaking in Burgundy

Domaine David Duband, located in the Hautes-Côtes de Nuits, has been a pioneer in sustainable Burgundy winemaking since 1991. Founded by Pierre Duband in the 1960s, the estate has expanded under David’s leadership, now encompassing 17 hectares of organic vineyards. The estate produces wines from prestigious appellations, including Nuits-Saint-Georges, Gevrey-Chambertin, and Clos de Vougeot. David Duband transitioned to organic farming in 2006, ensuring that his wines reflect the purity and expression of the terroir​.

Terroir and Vineyards

The vineyards span the Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune, where the vines are rooted in limestone-rich soils, ideal for producing exceptional Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The high altitude of the Hautes-Côtes de Nuits vineyards (between 300 and 400 meters) ensures cool temperatures, promoting slow ripening and creating wines with great acidity and minerality.

Sustainable Winemaking Philosophy

David Duband emphasizes biodiversity and minimal intervention in both the vineyard and cellar. His use of whole-cluster fermentation and limited new oak ensures that the wines remain pure and expressive of their terroir. His wines, particularly those from Premier Cru and Grand Cru vineyards, are known for their elegance, complexity, and long aging potential​.