Heir to a terroir both delicate and vibrant, the Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Noirots 2019 from Bouchard Père & Fils stands as an ode to the voluptuous style of the Côte de Nuits. Aimed at enthusiasts seeking precise emotion and balance, it answers the rare desire for a red with a silky texture driven by inner energy rather than power. Its cru, Les Noirots, is among those lieux-dits whose reputation has been shaped over vintages for fine tannic grain and aromatic depth. Here, the 2019 vintage, celebrated in Burgundy for its brightness and harmony, adds density without ever compromising the grace of Pinot Noir. The nose opens on red berries, caressed by gentle spices and a hint of mocha, while the palate unfolds a chiselled substance, almost velvety to the touch, that stretches out for a long time. A gastronomic cuvée made for conversation, contemplation and memorable moments.

Blend and winemaking

Produced exclusively from Pinot Noir and made from the Les Noirots climat, classified Premier Cru in the heart of Chambolle-Musigny, this wine reflects the uniqueness of a Côte de Nuits soil where limestone and clay intertwine. The 2019 harvest, generous in ripeness and balance, allowed for gentle extraction, respectful of the berry and its skin, in order to preserve the fruit's brilliance and the precision of the tannins. The ageing, carried out with restraint, aims only to support the material without weighing it down, offering a discreet wooded framework that highlights the aromatic relief. Each step, from grape sorting to bottling, favours the purity and expressiveness of the terroir. Nothing ostentatious, only nuance and poise, in keeping with the house style.

Tasting notes

• Colour : Luminous, deep red, bright with a clear rim, announcing precise material and a caressing texture.
• Nose : A basket of red berries, gentle spices and mocha, with a broad, graceful aromatic dimension that gains complexity with aeration.
• Palate : Satin entry, elongated mid-palate, chiselled and structuring tannins, balance between intensity and freshness, a persistent finish carried by exemplary aromatic purity.

Serving temperature and advice

Serve between 14 and 16°C in large Burgundy glasses to showcase the breadth of the bouquet and the tactile finesse. Open the bottle a few minutes before serving to allow the aromas to unfold. Store quietly, away from light, bottle on its side, in a cool, steady cellar. The cellaring potential ranges from 5 to 7 years and beyond depending on storage conditions and your maturity preferences. In its youth, gentle aeration will reveal its floral side and silky fruit, while with time the spicy nuances and depth of texture will gain in complexity.

Food and wine pairings

• Aperitifs : comté gougères, fine charcuterie, parsleyed ham.
• Starters : eggs en meurette, poultry terrine, beef carpaccio with capers.
• Main courses : pink rack of lamb, leg of lamb, veal chop, roast pigeon with jus.
• Cheeses : fruity comté, Brillat-Savarin, aged tomme, young Cîteaux.
• Desserts : lightly sweetened red fruit tart, cocoa-raspberry sable.

Moments to enjoy

The Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Noirots 2019 is the natural companion to dinners where time stretches and conversation becomes subtle. It takes its place at a seasonal meal, at the heart of a gourmet evening, or as a discreet gem in a cellar ready to host great occasions. Its contained grace, caressing texture and length are wonderful when every detail matters, whether for a meal among taste connoisseurs or as an exceptional gift chosen for someone who knows and appreciates Burgundy terroirs.

• To honour a gastronomic dinner where the food-wine pairing tells the story.
• Within a collector's cellar that favours harmony and purity.
• As an exceptional gift to offer to a lover of great Pinot Noir.

Specifications

• Name : Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Noirots 2019, Domaine Bouchard Père & Fils
• Appellation : Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru AOC
• Type : Red wine, Premier Cru
• Vintage : 2019
• Grape : Pinot Noir (100%)
• Alcohol content : N.C.
• Aging : estate ageing, duration N.C.
• Volume : N.C.
• Cellaring : 5 to 7 years and beyond
• Serving temperature : 14–16°C