JULIEN ALTABER

Born at the Hospices de Beaune, it can be said that Dominique Derain has been one of the legendary figures in natural wines in Burgundy for over 20 years. In Saint-Aubin, close to the major appellations of the region, Dominique applies the principles of biodynamics to the vines, resulting in grapes with great aromatic power.

Although Dominique still has one foot in the domain, since 2016 it has been led by Julien Altaber, his longtime assistant. In parallel, with his partner Carole, they have launched a business trading in organic grapes vinified under the entity Sextant.

At Sextant, on the other hand, Julien exhausts the possibilities. Clear, precise wines from Aligoté, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Gamay.

He intervenes as little as possible in the wine-making process. The healthy grapes come from top vineyards and this is the greatest blessing for him. Sulphur is not added to any of his wines.Julien strives to produce wholesome, straightforward wines that are great drinking pleasure.