From a discreet parcel at the heart of Chambolle-Musigny, the Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru \"Les Groseilles\" 2023 at Domaine La Pousse d’Or celebrates the pure expression of Pinot Noir on a shallow, notably stony limestone terroir. Lying in the immediate vicinity of the Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru, this plot offers a subtle reading of Chambolle’s grace, between tactile finesse and aromatic depth. Biodynamic farming is rigorously practiced, harvesting is done by hand, and every cellar intervention preserves the fruit’s radiance and the site’s sap. For the informed lover seeking emotion, or the collector dreaming of a major Burgundy destined to blossom, this cuvée is a cornerstone—made of nuance, precision and length. An exceptional creation that transcends the ordinary to reveal the French art of living, in the true spirit of a timeless 1er Cru.

Blend and vinification

Made from Pinot Noir under biodynamic cultivation, this wine comes from vines rooted in limestone and clay-limestone soils riddled with stones, lying beneath the influence of the Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru. Hand-harvesting allows for strict grape selection. A 7-day cold maceration precedes a 21-day fermentation to refine extraction and preserve aromatic integrity. 15 months ageing in oak barrels, with around 30% new oak, together with a carefully managed malolactic fermentation, bring structure and harmony without masking the terroir’s character. Everything here serves purity, clarity of the lieu-dit and palate persistence, seeking a balance between intensity, grace and inner energy.

Tasting notes

• Appearance: Bright and clear, with a delicate weave, it announces controlled depth and sparkling purity.
• Nose: Complex and nuanced, opening on blackcurrant cream and black cherry, joined by peony and dried rose. An appetising hint of cured bacon intertwines with Sichuan pepper, cocoa and liquorice, for a bouquet both sensual and precise.
• Palate: The attack is supple, then the matter blossoms, silky and expansive. The elegant frame carries plump fruit, the tannins already smoothed unfold a continuous caress. Balance asserts itself—long and harmonious—on a persistent finish with echoes of fine spices and flowers.

Serving temperature and advice

Serve this 1er Cru at cellar temperature, around 15 to 16°C, in a large glass suited to Pinot Noir to favour the expression of florals and spices. A light decanting of about one hour in its youth will refine the texture and release the bouquet’s complexity. This cuvée will gain harmony with time, revealing an increasingly filigreed architecture. Drink from 2029; it will reach its peak between 2031 and 2039, with a cellaring potential up to 2045+ under optimal conditions.

Food pairings

• Aperitif: delicate regional charcuterie, poultry terrine en croûte, airy gougères.
• Starters: hand-cut veal tartare, aged beef carpaccio, roasted vegetables with fresh herbs.
• Main courses: roast Bresse poultry with jus, pink-roasted pigeon with a rich jus, chanterelle risotto, spiced lacquered duckling evoking Sichuan pepper.
• Cheeses: truffled Brillat-Savarin, aged Brie de Meaux, young Comté with a melting texture.
• Desserts: thin black cherry tart with light sweetness, a small portion of lightly bitter chocolate-cocoa dome.

Tasting occasions

The Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru \"Les Groseilles\" 2023 is the perfect companion for:

• Celebrating a milestone event where ritual meets taste.
• At a gourmet dinner that values precise cooking and elegant sauces.
• As an exceptional gift for a Burgundy lover sensitive to great terroirs.

Details

• Name : Domaine La Pousse d’Or, Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru \"Les Groseilles\" 2023
• Appellation : Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru AOC
• Type : Red wine, Fine wines
• Vintage : 2023
• Grape variety : Pinot Noir (100%)
• Alcohol : 13 to 14%
• Ageing : 15 months in oak barrels, around 30% new wood, malolactic fermentation
• Viticulture : Biodynamics, hand-harvested
• Terroir : limestone and clay-limestone soils, very stony, close to the Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru
• Volume : 75 cl
• Cellaring : drink from 2029, peak 2031-2039, potential to 2045+
• Serving temperature : 15–16°C