Thomas Morey: Shaping the Next Legacy in the PYCM Family of Burgundy
Oct 21, 2025
The Prestige of the Morey and PYCM Bloodline
In Burgundy, few surnames evoke such effortless prestige as Morey. For centuries, they’ve been shaping the landscape of Chassagne-Montrachet, and today one name continues that tradition with a fresh, almost quiet intensity: Thomas Morey. Often mentioned in the same breath as Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey (PYCM), his cousin, Thomas represents a new chapter in this venerable dynasty—a winemaker whose precision, restraint, and respect for terroir are earning admiration from Burgundy’s most discerning insiders.
The Morey lineage is one of Burgundy’s greatest dynasties, tracing back to 1643 in the heart of Chassagne-Montrachet. Thomas grew up among vines that have defined white Burgundy for generations. His father, Bernard Morey, was a benchmark producer of the region, while his cousin, Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey (PYCM), has become one of the world’s most sought-after names in Chardonnay. Together, they represent the blending of heritage and innovation that makes Burgundy so magnetic.
Yet, Thomas’s path is his own. When the family holdings were divided in 2007, he established Domaine Thomas Morey with his wife Sylvie. Since then, he has quietly built a domaine that reflects both the revered PYCM precision and his signature subtlety. His approach is less about showmanship and more about the fine-tuned harmony between vineyard and cellar.
A Winemaker Chosen by DRC
Perhaps nothing underscores Thomas Morey’s mastery more than the trust placed in him by none other than Domaine de la Romanée-Conti (DRC) - arguably the most celebrated name in fine wine. DRC handpicked Thomas to oversee their vines in Le Montrachet Grand Cru, a profound endorsement of his precision and viticultural skill. This rare collaboration signals the industry’s respect for his fastidious attention to vine health and terroir expression. It’s a detail that even seasoned Burgundy collectors find remarkable—a subtle reminder that excellence often recognizes its own.
The Hallmarks of Thomas Morey’s Winemaking
Thomas’s philosophy begins in the vineyard. Farming organically across 13 hectares and 57 parcels spread through Chassagne-Montrachet, Puligny, Beaune, and Saint-Aubin, he practices rigorous pruning and minimal intervention to let nature dictate balance. His yields are low, but the payoff is purity—grapes that translate their soils with crystalline clarity.
In the cellar, delicacy is the key. White wines ferment in oak but see limited use of new barrels (around 20%), allowing for complexity without excess weight. There’s gentle bâtonnage to build texture, yet Thomas’s goal is tension, not opulence. His Chassagne-Montrachet bottlings, including six Premier Crus, are studies in composure—tight, mineral, and quietly powerful. Even his Pinot Noirs are vinified with a soft hand to maintain supple textures and avoid over-extraction.
Why Thomas Morey Deserves Attention Now
In a region crowded with dynastic names, Thomas Morey distinguishes himself by pursuing an aesthetic of understated brilliance. While PYCM bottles are the darlings of collectors worldwide, Thomas offers a parallel expression: intellectual, racy, and built for those who value restraint over flash. His wines are sought-after for their longevity, purity, and unmistakable sense of place.
Scarcity only adds to the intrigue—spring frosts have made yields painfully low in recent years, meaning allocations disappear quickly. Yet for those fortunate enough to taste his Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Crus or Grand Crus, the experience is revelatory: wines that whisper, not shout, yet linger long after the glass is empty.
In many ways, Thomas Morey embodies the future of Burgundy - deeply rooted in family, unwavering in craft, and quietly redefining what balance and beauty mean in white wine. The PYCM bloodline may give him prestige, but it’s his own vision that earns him reverence. Burgundy enthusiasts who know the name Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey should now add another to their list - Thomas Morey, the craftsman shaping the next great chapter of Chassagne-Montrachet.
