In the luminous shadow of the great terroirs of the Côte de Nuits, the Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Charmes 2020 from Domaine Louis Latour stands out as a study in precision and grace. This characterful cuvée expresses the structural finesse of Chambolle-Musigny in a delicate, profoundly expressive medium. The vines, planted on clay-limestone soils, deliver a finely chiselled interpretation of Pinot Noir, where mineral energy frames pure, vibrant fruit. The 2020 vintage, sunny yet balanced, produced outstanding ripeness and excellent acidity, giving rise to a wine both seductive and precise. Silky in texture, with contained intensity and a savoury length, everything contributes to a rare emotion, that of a Premier Cru that brings together fruit sensuality, terroir tension and the signature of a major winemaker. For the enthusiast as well as the gastronome, it is an invitation to slow enjoyment, attentive service and shared tables.

Assemblage et vinification

Made exclusively from Pinot Noir from the Les Charmes climat, this wine receives meticulous care at every stage. The harvest is manual to preserve the integrity of the berries. The traditional open-vat fermentation favours precise extraction of fruit and the finest tannins, while malolactic fermentation is carried out at 100% to round the structure and harmonise the texture. Ageing lasts 10 to 12 months in French oak barrels, with about 40% new oak, from the tonnellerie Louis Latour, medium toast, to bring subtle oak nuances, added complexity and measured breathing to the wine. The result combines aromatic brilliance, depth on the palate and a velvety weave, without ever weighing the wine down.

Notes de dégustation

• Appearance : Bright ruby with garnet reflections, clear and enticing, announcing a pure, concentrated core.
• Nose : A precise bouquet of crushed cherry, blackberry and blackcurrant, lifted by cranberry and pomegranate. Notes of pepper, liquorice and mocha mingle with a distinguished floral trail.
• Palate : Smooth, silky entry, ripe juicy red fruit, fine-grained tannins, hints of liquorice, almond and warm spices. The finish, saline and precise, extends the sensation of freshness and purity.

Température de service et conseils

Serve this Premier Cru between 14 and 17°C in a Burgundy glass to showcase its bouquet and airy texture. A gentle decant a few minutes before serving will reveal additional spice and floral nuances. Stored in proper cellar conditions, it has a cellaring potential of 7 to 10 years and will develop more complex notes of undergrowth and truffle while retaining a fresh, harmonious spine.

Accords mets et vin

• Poultry and feathered game : roast guinea fowl, pink duck, lacquered pigeon, tender meats that match its velvety texture.
• White meats and veal : veal fillet, veal chop with morels, reduced jus and celeriac purée.
• Forest-style dishes : mushroom risotto, gnocchi in brown butter, shavings of black truffle.
• Firm cheeses : aged Comté, mountain tomme, Abondance, served at cellar temperature.
• Bold vegetable dishes : roasted beetroot, cherry jus, blood orange and fine herbs.

Moments de dégustation

Ce Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Charmes 2020 est le compagnon de choix :

• To celebrate a special occasion around a carefully prepared table.
• At a gourmet dinner where food and wine pairing becomes an art.
• As an exceptional gift for a connoisseur who appreciates the great terroirs of Burgundy.

Caractéristiques

• Nom : Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Charmes 2020, Domaine Louis Latour
• Appellation : Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru AOC
• Type : Red wine, Fine wines
• Millésime : 2020
• Cépage : Pinot Noir (100%)
• Terroir : Clay-limestone soils, climat Les Charmes, Côte de Nuits
• Âge moyen des vignes : environ 35 ans
• Rendement : proche de 35 hl/ha
• Vendanges : manuelles
• Vinification : traditional open-vat fermentation, malolactic carried out at 100%
• Élevage : 10 to 12 months in French oak barrels, 40% new, tonnellerie Louis Latour, medium toast
• Service : 14 to 17°C
• Garde : 7 to 10 years
• Notes critiques : 95/100 Wine Enthusiast, 95/100 Bettane & Desseauve, 16.5/20 Jancis Robinson, 90/100 Burghound