DROP 16
Drop 16
Tino Kuban & Romain Pertusot
Romain comes from a long-established winegrowing family in Chorey-les-Beaune, rooted in the village for generations. His path started early: as a teenager, he learned to vinify alongside his father, who spent over 30 years as maître de chai at Louis Latour in Beaune. His first bottled vintage was 2005 — a great year in Burgundy and a defining moment for him.
From there, he continued to refine his craft with some of the region’s most respected names: Nicolas Rossignol in Volnay, Anne Gros in Vosne-Romanée, and seven years as chef de cave at Domaine Jacques Prieur.
Tino Kuban is a name that commands attention in the world of winemaking. At just 30 years old, Tino has already made a significant impact, bringing his expertise and passion to Maison Glandien and Les Jardins Vivants in Burgundy. Having worked in renowned wine regions all over the world, he combines global experience with a clear personal vision.
Fully committed to biodynamic practices, Tino manages every step himself, from vineyard to cellar, with an unwavering respect for nature.
Inside the box
Chorey-les-Beaune 2023 — Romain Pertuzot
This Chorey-les-Beaune comes from gravel- and limestone-based soils north of Beaune. Farmed biodynamically and harvested by hand, it shows clean Pinot Noir character: red cherry, raspberry, light spice and fine tannins. Vinified with a gentle extraction, it reflects Romain’s precise approach and offers a balanced, transparent expression of the village.
Pommard „Les Vignots“ 2023 — Romain Pertuzot
“Les Vignots” is a higher-altitude vineyard on the slope above Pommard, known for its limestone-rich soils and structured fruit. Romain’s parcel borders the vines of Madame Leroy. The wine shows darker fruit, firm but refined tannins and a mineral line typical of the site. Biodynamic farming and careful cellar work bring clarity and definition to this Pommard.
La Leux 2024 – Maison Glandien by Tino Kuban
La Leux comes from a 60-year-old Pinot Noir vineyard in Saint-Jean-de-Vaux and is fermented entirely whole bunch. The combination of old vines, limestone soils and stem-inclusion gives the wine lifted aromatics, fine-grained structure and a slightly spicy edge. A focused, well-defined Pinot Noir with depth and freshness.