In the heart of the Côte de Nuits, the Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Fuées 2022 by Domaine Louis Jadot embodies the most delicate aesthetic of Pinot Noir. A hillside cuvée from an east-exposed high-altitude site, Les Fuées offers a mineral thread and natural tension that the patient élevage enhances without weighing it down. The harvest, precisely destemmed, underwent fermentation in open vats for three to four weeks, followed by eighteen months of ageing in oak barrels. The result is a Burgundy red with a velvety texture and measured density, where depth does not preclude grace. This 1er Cru will seduce lovers of fine wines seeking lace-like precision and length, while satisfying the epicurean in search of a table companion that is both subtle and vibrant. The sunny yet controlled 2022 vintage here delivers a bright, structured expression—already charming but admirably equipped for ageing.

Assemblage et vinification

Made exclusively from Pinot Noir from the Les Fuées climat, this 1er Cru is born on stony clay-siliceous soils that ensure optimal drainage and impart a characteristic finesse of texture. The harvest is destemmed to favour a clear expression of fruit and delicate tannins. Fermentation, carried out in open vats for 3 to 4 weeks, allows for precise, controlled extraction, preserving aromatic brightness without harshness. This is followed by a 18-month élevage in oak barrels, designed to refine the grain, smooth the structure and add complexity without masking the terroir’s identity. This measured approach produces a wine with an airy balance, where the vintage’s depth meets the freshness of the east exposure and where the nobility of the wood remains in the background.

Notes de dégustation

• Appearance : Bright red with an attractive sheen and exemplary clarity, announcing a pure and precise material. Delicate garnet highlights point to a controlled intensity, promising a silky mouthfeel and harmonious development over the years.
• Nose : A finely chiseled bouquet of ripe red fruits blending Morello cherry and raspberry, lifted by a touch of blood orange, violet and delicate spices. A subtle floral breath on a mineral backdrop composes an ensemble of rare delicacy, full of contained energy and precision.
• Palate : Gentle attack, a silky yet dense texture, supported by well-rounded fine tannins. The balance asserts itself naturally, combining sap, freshness and scented length. The finish, lifted, stretches out with persistent elegance over pure fruit and a delicate salinity.

Température de service et conseils

Serve between 16 et 17°C in wide glasses to express the full aromatic dimension of the cru. A light aeration, a few minutes before serving, helps refine the bouquet and soften the texture without diminishing the fruit’s brightness. This 1er Cru can be enjoyed in its youth for immediate charm, while revealing greater depth after a few years of rest. When stored in a cellar under stable conditions, it offers a cellaring potential until 2052, evolving toward more complex nuances while preserving its intrinsic grace.

Accords mets et vin

• Apéritifs : gougères with Comté, fine poultry rillettes, warm game terrine.
• Starters : perfect egg with wild mushrooms, veal carpaccio with herbs, thin tart of root vegetables.
• Main courses : duck roasted with mild spices, pigeon braised in a casserole, woodcock on the spit with reduced jus.
• Cheeses : aged Comté, Brillat-Savarin, Jura tomme (uncooked pressed cheese).
• Desserts : lightly sweetened Morello cherry tart, red fruit shortbread, very subtle cocoa notes.

Moments de dégustation

Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Fuées 2022 is the ideal companion:

• To celebrate an intimate dinner where conversation blends with the finest nuances of Pinot Noir.
• During a gourmet meal centred on poultry and small game, when precision of technique meets the finesse of the cru.
• As a gift for a connoisseur destined for a Burgundy lover, to open today or to add to their cellar for tomorrow.

Caractéristiques

• Name : Domaine Louis Jadot, Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Fuées 2022
• Appellation : Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru AOC
• Type : Red wine
• Vintage : 2022
• Grape : Pinot Noir (100%)
• Alcohol : 13.5%
• Ageing : 18 months in oak barrels
• Volume : 75 cl
• Cellaring : until 2052
• Serving temperature : 16–17°C