Among Vosne-Romanée's most celebrated climats, Les Chaumes 2022 from Domaine François Confuron-Gindre embodies the site’s clear identity, combining fruit depth with a delicate texture. Located at the foot of the slope, just beneath the legendary grands crus, this terroir of fine clay and shallow limestone gives Pinot Noir a natural tension characteristic of the great wines of the Côte de Nuits. The 2022 vintage, sunny yet balanced, brings elegant flesh, refined tannins and vibrant energy to the cuvée. Aged 18 months in barrels, including 40% new oak, this Premier Cru reveals aromas of violet, dark berries and subtle spices, while the palate—silky and precise—shows a savoury architecture and bright persistence. A bottling for enthusiasts seeking emotion, pure terroir expression and impeccable style, equally at ease at the table or in the cellar for ageing.

Blend and vinification

This Vosne-Romanée Premier Cru is made exclusively from Pinot Noir, selected from the Les Chaumes climat at the foot of the slope. The vines, partly very old and planted between 1919 and 1920, deliver naturally low yields and remarkable aromatic concentration. Vinification remains traditional, with fermentation in tanks aimed at preserving the fruit's brightness and the parcel's identity. This is followed by an 18-month oak ageing, including approximately 40% new wood, to refine texture and tannic framework without masking the terroir’s signature. Careful balance between wood and fruit, precise élevage and estate bottling contribute to the classic, nuanced character typical of Confuron-Gindre wines.

Tasting notes

• Colour: Deep ruby with carmine highlights, clear and glossy, hinting at substantial concentration and elegant extraction.
• Nose: An immediate expressive mix of blackcurrant and Morello cherry, lifted by violet, fine pepper and forest-floor notes after rain. Maturation contributes discreet touches of toast and sandalwood, seamlessly integrated.
• Palate: Soft, flavourful entry, expansive mid-palate, velvety texture and rounded tannins. The finish stretches on juicy redcurrant, gentle spices and wet stone, with freshness that refreshes the tasting.

Serving temperature and tips

Serve this Premier Cru between 15 and 17°C in large tulip-shaped glasses to reveal its floral range and spice nuances. A 30 to 60 minute decant is recommended when young to open the bouquet and smooth the texture. Store bottles on their side, away from light and vibration, at a constant temperature. The cellaring potential ranges from 8 to 10 years, during which the wine will gain complexity, showing truffle, dried peony and additional depth on the palate.

Food pairings

• Canapés: Comté gougères, thin slices of cured ham, warm country pâté.
• Starters: œufs en meurette, pan-seared foie gras with figs, knife-cut beef tartare with a touch of pepper.
• Main courses: roast duck with warm spices, roasted veal rump with a reduced jus, roast beef fillet with glazed root vegetables.
• Cheeses: aged Époisses, truffled Brillat-Savarin, 24-month Comté to accentuate the wine’s length.
• Desserts: thin, lightly sweet plum tart, spiced poached pear, favouring finesse over overt sweetness.

Occasions

Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru Les Chaumes 2022 is an ideal companion for:

• Celebrating a memorable moment with a wine of great style.
• At a gourmet dinner where harmony in pairings is paramount.
• As a connoisseur’s gift for a Burgundy lover.

Specifications

• Name: Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru Les Chaumes 2022, Domaine François Confuron-Gindre
• Appellation: Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru AOC, Côte de Nuits
• Type: Red wine, Pinot Noir
• Vintage: 2022
• Grape: Pinot Noir
• Alcohol content: information available on the vintage label
• Ageing: 18 months in oak barrels including about 40% new oak
• Volume: 75 cl
• Cellaring: 8 to 10 years
• Serving temperature: 15 to 17°C