Beaune Champs-Pimont Premier Cru Wine Label
Commercial graphic design and lithography on paper, applied to a glass vessel • Produced for Domaine Jacques Prieur; graphic design is likely by a specialized French label design firm or agency
Style & Movement
Traditional French Viticultural Realism; neoclassical typographic influence
Medium & Technique
Offset lithography on textured paper with metallic foil stamping and adhesive application
Creation Period
2017 (for this specific vintage release)
Dimensions & Format
Standard 750ml wine bottle format (approx. 11.5 inches height) with rectangular wrap-around label
Subject Description
A central vignette illustration of a French chateau (likely the producer's estate) set in a manicured landscape with a pond and swan. The composition uses a green and black color palette for the illustration, framed by serif typography denoting the region, vineyard, and producer.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair; the primary label shows significant vertical tearing (scuffing) through the 'Pimont' and 'Prieur' sections, and minor water staining or moisture damage.
Estimated Market Value
$60 - $100 USD (value is primarily in the liquid content/vintage, not the artwork itself)
Auction Estimate
$40 - $80 USD (as part of a larger wine lot)
Provenance History
Estate bottled at Domaine Jacques Prieur in Meursault, France; subsequently moved through commercial wine distribution channels.
Art Historical Significance
Represents the heritage of Burgundy wine branding; the image of the chateau serves as a visual guarantee of authenticity, quality, and 'terroir' in the global luxury market.
Notable Features
Features a secondary neck label with the '2017' vintage date; displays the 'Grand Vin de Bourgogne' distinction and the specific 'Champs-Pimont' climat designation.
Condition Issues
Vertical abrasion through the center of the paper label; minor fraying of the paper edges; light staining likely from condensation or handling.
Conservation Recommendations
Store in a temperature-controlled (55°F), dark, and humidified (70%) environment to preserve both the contents and the paper label integrity.